US Bridges

Go Cnty RD 10 over Bear Creek

Good

Goshen County, Wyoming · 12 Miles W. of Lagrange · Structure no. EZV

Built
1955
70 years old
Condition
Good
inspected January 2025
Type
Culvert
Steel
Length
47 ft
6 main spans
Daily traffic
9
2024 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Go Cnty RD 10 over Bear Creek is a steel culvert carrying Go Cnty RD 10 over Bear Creek in Goshen County, Wyoming. It was built in 1955, so it is 70 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 9 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 13 by 2043. The structure is 47 ft (14.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 29.2 mi (47 km).

CarriesGo Cnty RD 10
CrossesBear Creek
Location12 Miles W. of Lagrange
RouteCounty Highway 10
StateWyoming
Coordinates41.64966, -104.39204
Functional classRural Minor Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJanuary 2025
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating36 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialSteel
DeckNot applicable
Main spans6
Design loadUnknown
Structure length47 ft (14.2 m)
Longest span6 ft (1.8 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic9 (2024)
Projected traffic13 by 2043
Trucks11%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed29.2 mi (47 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
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 10 over Bear Creek built?

It was built in 1955, making it 70 years old in 2025.

What condition is Go Cnty RD 10 over Bear 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 January 2025.

How much traffic does Go Cnty RD 10 over Bear Creek carry?

About 9 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.

How long is Go Cnty RD 10 over Bear Creek?

The structure is 47 ft (14.2 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m).

Who owns Go Cnty RD 10 over Bear Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.