US Bridges

Wa Cnty RD R13 over Upper Hanover Canal

FairPosted for load

Washakie County, Wyoming · APPRX.4 Mi.S.Of Worland · Structure no. FMS

Built
1988
37 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected February 2025
Type
Frame
Concrete
Length
24 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
659
2024 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Wa Cnty RD R13 over Upper Hanover Canal is a concrete frame carrying Wa Cnty RD R13 over Upper Hanover Canal in Washakie County, Wyoming. It was built in 1988, so it is 37 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 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 659 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 923 by 2043. The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long and 30 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesWa Cnty RD R13
CrossesUpper Hanover Canal
LocationAPPRX.4 Mi.S.Of Worland
RouteCounty Highway 44
StateWyoming
Coordinates43.96865, -107.96821
Functional classRural Minor Collector

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.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionFebruary 2025
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourUnknown foundation; not evaluated for scour
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 rating54 US tons
Inventory rating32.4 US tons

Structure

Structure typeFrame
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length24 ft (7.3 m)
Longest span22 ft (6.7 m)
Deck width30 ft (9.1 m)
Roadway width27 ft (8.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic659 (2024)
Projected traffic923 by 2043
Trucks12%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 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 proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost$40,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Wa Cnty RD R13 over Upper Hanover Canal built?

It was built in 1988, making it 37 years old in 2025.

What condition is Wa Cnty RD R13 over Upper Hanover Canal 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 February 2025.

How much traffic does Wa Cnty RD R13 over Upper Hanover Canal carry?

About 659 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.

How long is Wa Cnty RD R13 over Upper Hanover Canal?

The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long with a longest span of 22 ft (6.7 m) and a deck 30 ft wide.

Who owns Wa Cnty RD R13 over Upper Hanover Canal?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.