US Bridges

US 30 over Wildlife Crossing

Good

Lincoln County, Wyoming · 1 Mile East of Sage JCT · Structure no. LFN

Built
2001
24 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
20 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
1,532
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 30 over Wildlife Crossing is a concrete culvert carrying US 30 over Wildlife Crossing in Lincoln County, Wyoming. It was built in 2001, so it is 24 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 1,532 vehicles a day, roughly 43% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,145 by 2043. The structure is 20 ft (6.1 m) long and 54 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 77.1 mi (124 km).

CarriesUS 30
CrossesWildlife Crossing
Location1 Mile East of Sage JCT
RouteU.S. Route 30
StateWyoming
Coordinates41.81208, -110.96992
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
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJuly 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating36 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length20 ft (6.1 m)
Longest span20 ft (6.1 m)
Deck width54 ft (16.5 m)
Roadway width51 ft (15.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,532 (2024)
Projected traffic2,145 by 2043
Trucks43%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesOther
Detour if closed77.1 mi (124 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—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was US 30 over Wildlife Crossing built?

It was built in 2001, making it 24 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 30 over Wildlife Crossing 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 July 2023.

How much traffic does US 30 over Wildlife Crossing carry?

About 1,532 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 43% are trucks.

How long is US 30 over Wildlife Crossing?

The structure is 20 ft (6.1 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6.1 m) and a deck 54 ft wide.

Who owns US 30 over Wildlife Crossing?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.