US 30 over Dry Creek
FairLaramie County, Wyoming · Cheyenne · Structure no. AZL
- Built
- 1952
- 73 years old, rebuilt 1986
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected January 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 45 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 11,640
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 30 over Dry Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying US 30 over Dry Creek in Laramie County, Wyoming. It was built in 1952 and reconstructed in 1986, so it is 73 years old, older 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 11,640 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 16,296 by 2043. The structure is 45 ft (13.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 30 over Dry Creek built?
It was built in 1952, making it 73 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1986.
What condition is US 30 over Dry Creek 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 January 2024.
How much traffic does US 30 over Dry Creek carry?
About 11,640 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.
How long is US 30 over Dry Creek?
The structure is 45 ft (13.6 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3.2 m).
Who owns US 30 over Dry Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.