US Bridges

US 16 over Tensleep Branch Creek

FairPosted for load

Washakie County, Wyoming · Worland - Buffalo · Structure no. CDX

Built
1953
72 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected May 2024
Type
Frame
Concrete
Length
30 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
1,057
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 16 over Tensleep Branch Creek is a concrete frame carrying US 16 over Tensleep Branch Creek in Washakie County, Wyoming. It was built in 1953, so it is 72 years old, older 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 6 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 1,057 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,480 by 2043. The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long and 35 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 77.1 mi (124 km).

Location

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CarriesUS 16
CrossesTensleep Branch Creek
LocationWorland - Buffalo
RouteU.S. Route 16
CountyWashakie County
StateWyoming
Coordinates44.05176, -107.39981
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Fair

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionMay 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 adequacy4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating42.8 US tons
Inventory rating25.6 US tons

Structure

Structure typeFrame
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadH 20
Structure length30 ft (9.1 m)
Longest span25 ft (7.6 m)
Deck width35 ft (10.7 m)
Roadway width30 ft (9.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,057 (2024)
Projected traffic1,480 by 2043
Trucks8%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed77.1 mi (124 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 16 over Tensleep Branch Creek built?

It was built in 1953, making it 72 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 16 over Tensleep Branch Creek 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 May 2024.

How much traffic does US 16 over Tensleep Branch Creek carry?

About 1,057 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is US 16 over Tensleep Branch Creek?

The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long with a longest span of 25 ft (7.6 m) and a deck 35 ft wide.

Who owns US 16 over Tensleep Branch Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.