US Bridges

US 85 over Chivington Draw

Good

Laramie County, Wyoming · Cheyenne - Torringon · Structure no. NCW

Built
2019
6 years old
Condition
Good
inspected December 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
29 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
2,336
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 85 over Chivington Draw is a concrete culvert carrying US 85 over Chivington Draw in Laramie County, Wyoming. It was built in 2019, so it is 6 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 2,336 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,270 by 2043. The structure is 29 ft (8.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 65.9 mi (106 km).

CarriesUS 85
CrossesChivington Draw
LocationCheyenne - Torringon
RouteU.S. Route 85
StateWyoming
Coordinates41.37699, -104.53931
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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionDecember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating46.8 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHL 93
Structure length29 ft (8.9 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 traffic2,336 (2024)
Projected traffic3,270 by 2043
Trucks13%
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 Chivington Draw built?

It was built in 2019, making it 6 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 85 over Chivington 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 December 2023.

How much traffic does US 85 over Chivington Draw carry?

About 2,336 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.

How long is US 85 over Chivington Draw?

The structure is 29 ft (8.9 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m).

Who owns US 85 over Chivington Draw?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.