US Bridges

Go Cnty RD 29C over Fort Laramie Canal

Poor

Goshen County, Wyoming · 3 Mi. N. of Veteran · Structure no. EZC

Built
1973
52 years old
Condition
Poor
inspected January 2025
Type
Tee Beam
Prestressed Concrete
Length
111 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
155
2024 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Go Cnty RD 29C over Fort Laramie Canal is a prestressed concrete tee beam carrying Go Cnty RD 29C over Fort Laramie Canal in Goshen County, Wyoming. It was built in 1973, so it is 52 years old, older than the Wyoming average of 48.4 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.

It carries about 155 vehicles a day, roughly 37% of them trucks, projected to reach 217 by 2043. The structure is 111 ft (33.8 m) long and 24 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).

CarriesGo Cnty RD 29C
CrossesFort Laramie Canal
Location3 Mi. N. of Veteran
RouteCounty Highway 29C
StateWyoming
Coordinates42.01061, -104.38213
Functional classRural Minor Collector

Condition and inspection

Poor

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJanuary 2025
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60.1 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeTee Beam
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length111 ft (33.8 m)
Longest span35 ft (10.7 m)
Deck width24 ft (7.3 m)
Roadway width23 ft (6.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic155 (2024)
Projected traffic217 by 2043
Trucks37%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.2 mi (10 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost$51,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Go Cnty RD 29C over Fort Laramie Canal built?

It was built in 1973, making it 52 years old in 2025.

What condition is Go Cnty RD 29C over Fort Laramie Canal in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in January 2025.

How much traffic does Go Cnty RD 29C over Fort Laramie Canal carry?

About 155 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 37% are trucks.

How long is Go Cnty RD 29C over Fort Laramie Canal?

The structure is 111 ft (33.8 m) long with a longest span of 35 ft (10.7 m) and a deck 24 ft wide.

Who owns Go Cnty RD 29C over Fort Laramie Canal?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.