US 16 over E Branch Wind Creek
PoorWeston County, Wyoming · Moorcroft - Upton · Structure no. CHN
- Built
- 1966
- 59 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 21 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,329
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 16 over E Branch Wind Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying US 16 over E Branch Wind Creek in Weston County, Wyoming. It was built in 1966, so it is 59 years old, older than the Wyoming average of 48.4 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
It carries about 1,329 vehicles a day, roughly 21% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,861 by 2043. The structure is 21 ft (6.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 39.8 mi (64 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 16 over E Branch Wind Creek built?
It was built in 1966, making it 59 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 16 over E Branch Wind Creek in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in August 2024.
How much traffic does US 16 over E Branch Wind Creek carry?
About 1,329 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 21% are trucks.
How long is US 16 over E Branch Wind Creek?
The structure is 21 ft (6.3 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns US 16 over E Branch Wind Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.