US Bridges

US 26 over Wildlife Crossing

Good

Teton County, Wyoming · Hoback JCT - Jackson · Structure no. NCD

Built
2022
3 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
20 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
11,746
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 26 over Wildlife Crossing is a concrete culvert carrying US 26 over Wildlife Crossing in Teton County, Wyoming. It was built in 2022, so it is 3 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 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 11,746 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 16,444 by 2043. The structure is 20 ft (6.1 m) long and 74 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 98.8 mi (159 km).

CarriesUS 26
CrossesWildlife Crossing
LocationHoback JCT - Jackson
RouteU.S. Route 26
StateWyoming
Coordinates43.3351, -110.72587
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
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionAugust 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating46.4 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadHL 93
Structure length20 ft (6.1 m)
Longest span20 ft (6.1 m)
Deck width74 ft (22.6 m)
Roadway width52 ft (15.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic11,746 (2024)
Projected traffic16,444 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—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was US 26 over Wildlife Crossing built?

It was built in 2022, making it 3 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 2024.

How much traffic does US 26 over Wildlife Crossing carry?

About 11,746 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is US 26 over Wildlife Crossing?

The structure is 20 ft (6.1 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6.1 m) and a deck 74 ft wide.

Who owns US 26 over Wildlife Crossing?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.