US Bridges

We Cnty RD 1A over Unnamed Draw

PoorClosed to traffic

Weston County, Wyoming · 23 Miles Se. of Newcastle · Structure no. DYL

Built
1933
92 years old
Condition
Poor
inspected October 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Wood or Timber
Length
25 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
136
2024 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

We Cnty RD 1A over Unnamed Draw is a wood or timber stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying We Cnty RD 1A over Unnamed Draw in Weston County, Wyoming. It was built in 1933, so it is 92 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 2 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. Its operating status is: closed to all traffic.

It carries about 136 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 190 by 2043. The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long and 24 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 16.8 mi (27 km).

CarriesWe Cnty RD 1A
CrossesUnnamed Draw
Location23 Miles Se. of Newcastle
RouteCounty Highway 1A
StateWyoming
Coordinates43.53194, -104.11996
Functional classRural Minor Collector

Condition and inspection

Poor

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.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure2 CriticalAdvanced deterioration of primary structural elements. Bridge may be closed until corrective action is taken.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionOctober 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusClosed to all traffic
ScourUnknown foundation; not evaluated for scour
Structural evaluation2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating21.1 US tons
Inventory rating12 US tons

Structure

MaterialWood or Timber
DeckWood or timber
Main spans1
Design loadUnknown
Structure length25 ft (7.6 m)
Longest span23 ft (7 m)
Deck width24 ft (7.3 m)
Roadway width23 ft (7 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic136 (2024)
Projected traffic190 by 2043
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed16.8 mi (27 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$46,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was We Cnty RD 1A over Unnamed Draw built?

It was built in 1933, making it 92 years old in 2025.

What condition is We Cnty RD 1A over Unnamed Draw 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 October 2023.

How much traffic does We Cnty RD 1A over Unnamed Draw carry?

About 136 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is We Cnty RD 1A over Unnamed Draw?

The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long with a longest span of 23 ft (7 m) and a deck 24 ft wide.

Who owns We Cnty RD 1A over Unnamed Draw?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.