US Bridges

Na Cnty RD 305 over North Platte River

Fair

Natrona County, Wyoming · Robertson Rd. · Structure no. LJD

Built
2002
23 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected August 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
388 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
7,360
2024 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Na Cnty RD 305 over North Platte River is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Na Cnty RD 305 over North Platte River in Natrona County, Wyoming. It was built in 2002, so it is 23 years old, younger 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 5 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 7,360 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 10,304 by 2043. The structure is 388 ft (118.3 m) long and 64 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 km).

CarriesNa Cnty RD 305
CrossesNorth Platte River
LocationRobertson Rd.
RouteCity Street U4131
StateWyoming
Coordinates42.81064, -106.41426
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionAugust 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating82.3 US tons
Inventory rating49.6 US tons

Structure

MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length388 ft (118.3 m)
Longest span153 ft (46.6 m)
Deck width64 ft (19.6 m)
Roadway width44 ft (13.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic7,360 (2024)
Projected traffic10,304 by 2043
Trucks2%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed8.1 mi (13 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal 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 Na Cnty RD 305 over North Platte River built?

It was built in 2002, making it 23 years old in 2025.

What condition is Na Cnty RD 305 over North Platte River 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 August 2024.

How much traffic does Na Cnty RD 305 over North Platte River carry?

About 7,360 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.

How long is Na Cnty RD 305 over North Platte River?

The structure is 388 ft (118.3 m) long with a longest span of 153 ft (46.6 m) and a deck 64 ft wide.

Who owns Na Cnty RD 305 over North Platte River?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.