US Bridges

US 18 over Stockpass

Good

Niobrara County, Wyoming · Orin Jct-Lusk · Structure no. HTF

Built
1970
55 years old
Condition
Good
inspected January 2025
Type
Culvert
Steel
Length
30 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
2,406
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 18 over Stockpass is a steel culvert carrying US 18 over Stockpass in Niobrara County, Wyoming. It was built in 1970, so it is 55 years old, older 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 2,406 vehicles a day, roughly 17% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,368 by 2043. The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 46 mi (74 km).

CarriesUS 18
CrossesStockpass
LocationOrin Jct-Lusk
RouteU.S. Route 20
StateWyoming
Coordinates42.76414, -104.60205
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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJanuary 2025
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating36 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialSteel
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length30 ft (9.1 m)
Longest span13 ft (4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,406 (2024)
Projected traffic3,368 by 2043
Trucks17%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed46 mi (74 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkNon-Interstate STRAHNET route

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 18 over Stockpass built?

It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 18 over Stockpass 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 January 2025.

How much traffic does US 18 over Stockpass carry?

About 2,406 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 17% are trucks.

How long is US 18 over Stockpass?

The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long with a longest span of 13 ft (4 m).

Who owns US 18 over Stockpass?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.