US Bridges

US 85 over Allison Draw

Good

Laramie County, Wyoming · South Greeley Highway · Structure no. JBH

Built
1994
31 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
37 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
14,437
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 85 over Allison Draw is a concrete continuous culvert carrying US 85 over Allison Draw in Laramie County, Wyoming. It was built in 1994, so it is 31 years old, younger 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 14,437 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 20,212 by 2043. The structure is 37 ft (11.4 m) long and 91 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesUS 85
CrossesAllison Draw
LocationSouth Greeley Highway
RouteU.S. Route 85
StateWyoming
Coordinates41.10849, -104.80061
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

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 protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionApril 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating99 US tons
Inventory rating60 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length37 ft (11.4 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width91 ft (27.7 m)
Roadway width77 ft (23.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic14,437 (2024)
Projected traffic20,212 by 2043
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure5
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 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 Allison Draw built?

It was built in 1994, making it 31 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 85 over Allison Draw 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 2023.

How much traffic does US 85 over Allison Draw carry?

About 14,437 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is US 85 over Allison Draw?

The structure is 37 ft (11.4 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m) and a deck 91 ft wide.

Who owns US 85 over Allison Draw?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.