Wyo 270 over Provost Draw
FairNiobrara County, Wyoming · Lance Creek East Section · Structure no. LOU
- Built
- 2004
- 21 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 24 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 191
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Wyo 270 over Provost Draw is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Wyo 270 over Provost Draw in Niobrara County, Wyoming. It was built in 2004, so it is 21 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 6 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 191 vehicles a day, roughly 27% of them trucks, projected to reach 267 by 2043. The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 39.8 mi (64 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Wyo 270 over Provost Draw built?
It was built in 2004, making it 21 years old in 2025.
What condition is Wyo 270 over Provost Draw 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 June 2024.
How much traffic does Wyo 270 over Provost Draw carry?
About 191 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 27% are trucks.
How long is Wyo 270 over Provost Draw?
The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns Wyo 270 over Provost Draw?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.