US 87 Bus over Canal No. 2
FairPlatte County, Wyoming · Wheatland Streets · Structure no. KBR
- Built
- 1996
- 29 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected March 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 25 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 3,478
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 87 Bus over Canal No. 2 is a concrete culvert carrying US 87 Bus over Canal No. 2 in Platte County, Wyoming. It was built in 1996, so it is 29 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 3,478 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,869 by 2043. The structure is 25 ft (7.7 m) long and 167 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 87 Bus over Canal No. 2 built?
It was built in 1996, making it 29 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 87 Bus over Canal No. 2 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 March 2024.
How much traffic does US 87 Bus over Canal No. 2 carry?
About 3,478 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.
How long is US 87 Bus over Canal No. 2?
The structure is 25 ft (7.7 m) long with a longest span of 18 ft (5.6 m) and a deck 167 ft wide.
Who owns US 87 Bus over Canal No. 2?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.