Grand Loop Road over Otter Creek
PoorTeton County, Wyoming · 2.5 Mi. South of Canyon J · Structure no. 1570019P0000000
- Built
- 1934
- 91 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Frame
- Concrete
- Length
- 23 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 1,807
- 2019 count
- Owner
- Federal
- National Park Service
About this bridge
Grand Loop Road over Otter Creek is a concrete frame carrying Grand Loop Road over Otter Creek in Teton County, Wyoming. It was built in 1934, so it is 91 years old, older than the Wyoming average of 48.4 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
It carries about 1,807 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,168 by 2039. The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long and 33 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 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Grand Loop Road over Otter Creek built?
It was built in 1934, making it 91 years old in 2025.
What condition is Grand Loop Road over Otter Creek in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in September 2024.
How much traffic does Grand Loop Road over Otter Creek carry?
About 1,807 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is Grand Loop Road over Otter Creek?
The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long with a longest span of 23 ft (7 m) and a deck 33 ft wide.
Who owns Grand Loop Road over Otter Creek?
It is owned by the National Park Service.