Wyo 172 over Kirby Ditch
GoodHot Springs County, Wyoming · Lucerne - East · Structure no. LCT
- Built
- 1953
- 72 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 21 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 226
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Wyo 172 over Kirby Ditch is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Wyo 172 over Kirby Ditch in Hot Springs County, Wyoming. It was built in 1953, so it is 72 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 226 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 316 by 2043. The structure is 21 ft (6.3 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Wyo 172 over Kirby Ditch built?
It was built in 1953, making it 72 years old in 2025.
What condition is Wyo 172 over Kirby Ditch 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 172 over Kirby Ditch carry?
About 226 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.
How long is Wyo 172 over Kirby Ditch?
The structure is 21 ft (6.3 m) long with a longest span of 7 ft (2.1 m).
Who owns Wyo 172 over Kirby Ditch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.