US 191 over Big Sandy River
FairSweetwater County, Wyoming · Farson - Pinedale · Structure no. BRL
- Built
- 1958
- 67 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 124 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,282
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 191 over Big Sandy River is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 191 over Big Sandy River in Sweetwater County, Wyoming. It was built in 1958, so it is 67 years old, older 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 3,282 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,595 by 2043. The structure is 124 ft (37.8 m) long and 35 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 85.7 mi (138 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 191 over Big Sandy River built?
It was built in 1958, making it 67 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 191 over Big Sandy 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 June 2023.
How much traffic does US 191 over Big Sandy River carry?
About 3,282 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is US 191 over Big Sandy River?
The structure is 124 ft (37.8 m) long with a longest span of 47 ft (14.2 m) and a deck 35 ft wide.
Who owns US 191 over Big Sandy River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.