US 16 over Watt Draw
FairJohnson County, Wyoming · Buffalo-Ucross · Structure no. FFO
- Built
- 1986
- 39 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 29 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 379
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 16 over Watt Draw is a concrete continuous culvert carrying US 16 over Watt Draw in Johnson County, Wyoming. It was built in 1986, so it is 39 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 379 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 531 by 2043. The structure is 29 ft (8.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.8 mi (19 km).
Location
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 16 over Watt Draw built?
It was built in 1986, making it 39 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 16 over Watt Draw 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 May 2024.
How much traffic does US 16 over Watt Draw carry?
About 379 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is US 16 over Watt Draw?
The structure is 29 ft (8.7 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).
Who owns US 16 over Watt Draw?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.