Wyo 161 over Horse Creek
GoodGoshen County, Wyoming · JCT US 85 - Huntley · Structure no. CPO
- Built
- 1962
- 63 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected April 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 31 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 434
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Wyo 161 over Horse Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Wyo 161 over Horse Creek in Goshen County, Wyoming. It was built in 1962, so it is 63 years old, older than the Wyoming average of 48.4 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 434 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 608 by 2043. The structure is 31 ft (9.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Wyo 161 over Horse Creek built?
It was built in 1962, making it 63 years old in 2025.
What condition is Wyo 161 over Horse Creek in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in April 2023.
How much traffic does Wyo 161 over Horse Creek carry?
About 434 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.
How long is Wyo 161 over Horse Creek?
The structure is 31 ft (9.6 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.5 m).
Who owns Wyo 161 over Horse Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.