US Bridges

I-25 Sbl over Pl CR 211 (elkhorn Crk)

Good

Platte County, Wyoming · Glendo - Douglas · Structure no. CZJ

Built
1973
52 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2023
Type
Tee Beam
Concrete Continuous
Length
130 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
3,379
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

I-25 Sbl over Pl CR 211 (elkhorn Crk) is a concrete continuous tee beam carrying I-25 Sbl over Pl CR 211 (elkhorn Crk) in Platte County, Wyoming. It was built in 1973, so it is 52 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 3,379 vehicles a day, roughly 26% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,731 by 2043. The structure is 130 ft (39.6 m) long and 45 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesI-25 Sbl
CrossesPl CR 211 (elkhorn Crk)
LocationGlendo - Douglas
RouteInterstate 25
StateWyoming
Coordinates42.57376, -105.07145
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Interstate

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.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMarch 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating61.9 US tons
Inventory rating37 US tons

Structure

Structure typeTee Beam
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length130 ft (39.6 m)
Longest span56 ft (17.1 m)
Deck width45 ft (13.6 m)
Roadway width42 ft (12.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,379 (2024)
Projected traffic4,731 by 2043
Trucks26%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was I-25 Sbl over Pl CR 211 (elkhorn Crk) built?

It was built in 1973, making it 52 years old in 2025.

What condition is I-25 Sbl over Pl CR 211 (elkhorn Crk) 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 March 2023.

How much traffic does I-25 Sbl over Pl CR 211 (elkhorn Crk) carry?

About 3,379 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 26% are trucks.

How long is I-25 Sbl over Pl CR 211 (elkhorn Crk)?

The structure is 130 ft (39.6 m) long with a longest span of 56 ft (17.1 m) and a deck 45 ft wide.

Who owns I-25 Sbl over Pl CR 211 (elkhorn Crk)?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.