US 18 over Mule Creek
FairNiobrara County, Wyoming · Lusk-Newcastle · Structure no. FGP
- Built
- 1988
- 37 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected March 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 25 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,150
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 18 over Mule Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying US 18 over Mule Creek in Niobrara County, Wyoming. It was built in 1988, so it is 37 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 2,150 vehicles a day, roughly 21% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,010 by 2043. The structure is 25 ft (7.5 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 98.8 mi (159 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 18 over Mule Creek built?
It was built in 1988, making it 37 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 18 over Mule Creek 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 March 2024.
How much traffic does US 18 over Mule Creek carry?
About 2,150 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 21% are trucks.
How long is US 18 over Mule Creek?
The structure is 25 ft (7.5 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).
Who owns US 18 over Mule Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.