US Bridges

US 14 over N Fork Shoshone River

Good

Park County, Wyoming · 33 MI West of Cody · Structure no. KTB

Built
2001
24 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
263 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
2,507
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 14 over N Fork Shoshone River is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 14 over N Fork Shoshone River in Park 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 2,507 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,510 by 2043. The structure is 263 ft (80.2 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 64 mi (103 km).

CarriesUS 14
CrossesN Fork Shoshone River
Location33 MI West of Cody
RouteU.S. Route 14
StateWyoming
Coordinates44.46151, -109.73957
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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionFebruary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating96 US tons
Inventory rating57 US tons

Structure

MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length263 ft (80.2 m)
Longest span164 ft (50 m)
Deck width43 ft (13 m)
Roadway width39 ft (12 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,507 (2024)
Projected traffic3,510 by 2043
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed64 mi (103 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$83,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 14 over N Fork Shoshone River built?

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

What condition is US 14 over N Fork Shoshone River 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 February 2024.

How much traffic does US 14 over N Fork Shoshone River carry?

About 2,507 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is US 14 over N Fork Shoshone River?

The structure is 263 ft (80.2 m) long with a longest span of 164 ft (50 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.

Who owns US 14 over N Fork Shoshone River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.