US 26 over North Platte River
FairPlatte County, Wyoming · Dwyer JCT - Guernsey · Structure no. EOE
- Built
- 1983
- 42 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 417 ft
- 8 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 4,832
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 26 over North Platte River is a prestressed concrete tee beam carrying US 26 over North Platte River in Platte 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 fair condition with a lowest component rating of 5 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 4,832 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,765 by 2043. The structure is 417 ft (127 m) long and 49 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 13 mi (21 km).
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 26 over North Platte River built?
It was built in 1983, making it 42 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 26 over North Platte River 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 April 2024.
How much traffic does US 26 over North Platte River carry?
About 4,832 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.
How long is US 26 over North Platte River?
The structure is 417 ft (127 m) long with a longest span of 52 ft (15.8 m) and a deck 49 ft wide.
Who owns US 26 over North Platte River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.