US Bridges

SH Cnty RD 74 over Soldier Creek

Good

Sheridan County, Wyoming · 3 Mi. W. of Sheridan · Structure no. KUJ

Built
1998
27 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
22 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
459
2024 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH Cnty RD 74 over Soldier Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SH Cnty RD 74 over Soldier Creek in Sheridan County, Wyoming. It was built in 1998, so it is 27 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 459 vehicles a day, roughly 27% of them trucks, projected to reach 643 by 2043. The structure is 22 ft (6.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 24.2 mi (39 km).

CarriesSH Cnty RD 74
CrossesSoldier Creek
Location3 Mi. W. of Sheridan
RouteCounty Highway 74
StateWyoming
Coordinates44.82132, -107.02616
Functional classRural Minor Collector

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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionApril 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating36 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length22 ft (6.8 m)
Longest span20 ft (6.1 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic459 (2024)
Projected traffic643 by 2043
Trucks27%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed24.2 mi (39 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 proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost$4,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SH Cnty RD 74 over Soldier Creek built?

It was built in 1998, making it 27 years old in 2025.

What condition is SH Cnty RD 74 over Soldier 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 2024.

How much traffic does SH Cnty RD 74 over Soldier Creek carry?

About 459 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 27% are trucks.

How long is SH Cnty RD 74 over Soldier Creek?

The structure is 22 ft (6.8 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6.1 m).

Who owns SH Cnty RD 74 over Soldier Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.