US Bridges

Ui Cnty RD 290 over Henrys Fork River

FairPosted for load

Uinta County, Wyoming · 4 MI W. of JCT S-414 · Structure no. FOQ

Built
1989
36 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected June 2024
Type
Other
Steel
Length
53 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
5
2024 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Ui Cnty RD 290 over Henrys Fork River is a steel other carrying Ui Cnty RD 290 over Henrys Fork River in Uinta County, Wyoming. It was built in 1989, so it is 36 years old, younger 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 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 5 vehicles a day, roughly 20% of them trucks, projected to reach 7 by 2043. The structure is 53 ft (16.2 m) long and 16 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 123.7 mi (199 km).

Location

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CarriesUi Cnty RD 290
CrossesHenrys Fork River
Location4 MI W. of JCT S-414
RouteCounty Highway 290
CountyUinta County
StateWyoming
Coordinates41.05121, -110.21763
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJune 2024
Inspection intervalevery 12 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourUnknown foundation; not evaluated for scour
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Operating rating50 US tons
Inventory rating29.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeOther
MaterialSteel
DeckCorrugated steel
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length53 ft (16.2 m)
Longest span46 ft (14 m)
Deck width16 ft (4.9 m)
Roadway width16 ft (4.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5 (2024)
Projected traffic7 by 2043
Trucks20%
Lanes on structure1
Traffic directionOne-lane bridge for two-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed123.7 mi (199 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedReplacement because of substandard load-carrying capacity or roadway geometry
Estimated improvement cost$326,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Ui Cnty RD 290 over Henrys Fork River built?

It was built in 1989, making it 36 years old in 2025.

What condition is Ui Cnty RD 290 over Henrys Fork 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 2024.

How much traffic does Ui Cnty RD 290 over Henrys Fork River carry?

About 5 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 20% are trucks.

How long is Ui Cnty RD 290 over Henrys Fork River?

The structure is 53 ft (16.2 m) long with a longest span of 46 ft (14 m) and a deck 16 ft wide.

Who owns Ui Cnty RD 290 over Henrys Fork River?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.