US Bridges

US 20 over Gooseberry Creek

GoodPosted for load

Washakie County, Wyoming · Thermopolis - Worland · Structure no. CCK

Built
1956
69 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2024
Type
Slab
Concrete Continuous
Length
126 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
1,925
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 20 over Gooseberry Creek is a concrete continuous slab carrying US 20 over Gooseberry Creek in Washakie County, Wyoming. It was built in 1956, so it is 69 years old, older 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 1,925 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,695 by 2043. The structure is 126 ft (38.4 m) long and 35 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 39.8 mi (64 km).

CarriesUS 20
CrossesGooseberry Creek
LocationThermopolis - Worland
RouteU.S. Route 20
StateWyoming
Coordinates43.92301, -108.06462
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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionApril 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating49.1 US tons
Inventory rating29.2 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans5
Design loadHS 20
Structure length126 ft (38.4 m)
Longest span27 ft (8.1 m)
Deck width35 ft (10.7 m)
Roadway width32 ft (9.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,925 (2024)
Projected traffic2,695 by 2043
Trucks12%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed39.8 mi (64 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was US 20 over Gooseberry Creek built?

It was built in 1956, making it 69 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 20 over Gooseberry Creek 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 April 2024.

How much traffic does US 20 over Gooseberry Creek carry?

About 1,925 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.

How long is US 20 over Gooseberry Creek?

The structure is 126 ft (38.4 m) long with a longest span of 27 ft (8.1 m) and a deck 35 ft wide.

Who owns US 20 over Gooseberry Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.