Wyo 171 over Spring Gulch
GoodHot Springs County, Wyoming · JCT Wyo 120 - Grass Creek · Structure no. CPW
- Built
- 1950
- 75 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 31 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 87
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Wyo 171 over Spring Gulch is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Wyo 171 over Spring Gulch in Hot Springs County, Wyoming. It was built in 1950, so it is 75 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 87 vehicles a day, roughly 21% of them trucks, projected to reach 122 by 2043. The structure is 31 ft (9.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 98.8 mi (159 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Wyo 171 over Spring Gulch built?
It was built in 1950, making it 75 years old in 2025.
What condition is Wyo 171 over Spring Gulch 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 2024.
How much traffic does Wyo 171 over Spring Gulch carry?
About 87 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 21% are trucks.
How long is Wyo 171 over Spring Gulch?
The structure is 31 ft (9.6 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns Wyo 171 over Spring Gulch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.