US 85 over North Platte River
FairGoshen County, Wyoming · Torrington South Road · Structure no. JBI
- Built
- 1994
- 31 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected April 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 390 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 6,941
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 85 over North Platte River is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 85 over North Platte River in Goshen County, Wyoming. It was built in 1994, so it is 31 years old, younger than the Wyoming average of 48.4 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 6,941 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,717 by 2043. The structure is 390 ft (118.9 m) long and 74 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.8 mi (19 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 85 over North Platte River built?
It was built in 1994, making it 31 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 85 over North Platte River in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in April 2023.
How much traffic does US 85 over North Platte River carry?
About 6,941 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is US 85 over North Platte River?
The structure is 390 ft (118.9 m) long with a longest span of 100 ft (30.5 m) and a deck 74 ft wide.
Who owns US 85 over North Platte River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.