US Bridges

Pa Cnty RD L9B over Alkali Creek

Good

Park County, Wyoming · 6 Miles NW of Ralston · Structure no. NGG

Built
1983
42 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2023
Type
Culvert
Steel
Length
27 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
130
2024 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Pa Cnty RD L9B over Alkali Creek is a steel culvert carrying Pa Cnty RD L9B over Alkali Creek in Park County, Wyoming. It was built in 1983, so it is 42 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 130 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 182 by 2043. The structure is 27 ft (8.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesPa Cnty RD L9B
CrossesAlkali Creek
Location6 Miles NW of Ralston
RouteCounty Highway 0L9B
StateWyoming
Coordinates44.75392, -108.97447
Functional classRural Local

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 protection4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionApril 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating51 US tons
Inventory rating39.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialSteel
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadUnknown
Structure length27 ft (8.1 m)
Longest span16 ft (4.9 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deck100 ft (30.5 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic130 (2024)
Projected traffic182 by 2043
Trucks12%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty 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 Pa Cnty RD L9B over Alkali Creek built?

It was built in 1983, making it 42 years old in 2025.

What condition is Pa Cnty RD L9B over Alkali Creek 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 April 2023.

How much traffic does Pa Cnty RD L9B over Alkali Creek carry?

About 130 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.

How long is Pa Cnty RD L9B over Alkali Creek?

The structure is 27 ft (8.1 m) long with a longest span of 16 ft (4.9 m).

Who owns Pa Cnty RD L9B over Alkali Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.