US Bridges

US 26 over Wildlife Crossing

Good

Teton County, Wyoming · Moran JCT - Dubois · Structure no. MHQ

Built
2011
14 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2023
Type
Culvert
Steel
Length
50 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
1,618
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 26 over Wildlife Crossing is a steel culvert carrying US 26 over Wildlife Crossing in Teton County, Wyoming. It was built in 2011, so it is 14 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 1,618 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,265 by 2043. The structure is 50 ft (15.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 98.8 mi (159 km).

CarriesUS 26
CrossesWildlife Crossing
LocationMoran JCT - Dubois
RouteU.S. Route 26
StateWyoming
Coordinates43.8241, -110.3096
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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 protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionAugust 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating46 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialSteel
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length50 ft (15.1 m)
Longest span49 ft (15 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,618 (2024)
Projected traffic2,265 by 2043
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesOther
Detour if closed98.8 mi (159 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 26 over Wildlife Crossing built?

It was built in 2011, making it 14 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 26 over Wildlife Crossing 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 August 2023.

How much traffic does US 26 over Wildlife Crossing carry?

About 1,618 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is US 26 over Wildlife Crossing?

The structure is 50 ft (15.1 m) long with a longest span of 49 ft (15 m).

Who owns US 26 over Wildlife Crossing?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.