U.S. Route 89 over Christian Creek
FairTeton County, Wyoming · 5 Miles West of Moran Jun · Structure no. 1460006P0000000
- Built
- 1963
- 62 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected September 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 499 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,400
- 2023 count
- Owner
- Federal
- National Park Service
About this bridge
U.S. Route 89 over Christian Creek is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying U.S. Route 89 over Christian Creek in Teton County, Wyoming. It was built in 1963, so it is 62 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 2,400 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,640 by 2043. The structure is 499 ft (152.1 m) long and 37 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 123.7 mi (199 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| 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 U.S. Route 89 over Christian Creek built?
It was built in 1963, making it 62 years old in 2025.
What condition is U.S. Route 89 over Christian Creek 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 September 2023.
How much traffic does U.S. Route 89 over Christian Creek carry?
About 2,400 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is U.S. Route 89 over Christian Creek?
The structure is 499 ft (152.1 m) long with a longest span of 109 ft (33.2 m) and a deck 37 ft wide.
Who owns U.S. Route 89 over Christian Creek?
It is owned by the National Park Service.