US Bridges

US 85 over Little Horse Creek

Good

Laramie County, Wyoming · Cheyenne - Torrington · Structure no. BWE

Built
1967
58 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
26 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
2,861
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 85 over Little Horse Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying US 85 over Little Horse Creek in Laramie County, Wyoming. It was built in 1967, so it is 58 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 2,861 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,005 by 2043. The structure is 26 ft (8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 65.9 mi (106 km).

CarriesUS 85
CrossesLittle Horse Creek
LocationCheyenne - Torrington
RouteU.S. Route 85
StateWyoming
Coordinates41.5231, -104.33659
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMarch 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating36 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length26 ft (8 m)
Longest span9 ft (2.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,861 (2024)
Projected traffic4,005 by 2043
Trucks14%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed65.9 mi (106 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 85 over Little Horse Creek built?

It was built in 1967, making it 58 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 85 over Little Horse Creek 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 March 2024.

How much traffic does US 85 over Little Horse Creek carry?

About 2,861 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.

How long is US 85 over Little Horse Creek?

The structure is 26 ft (8 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m).

Who owns US 85 over Little Horse Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.