Albany County Bridge Report Card
Albany County scores 90 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Albany County, Wyoming
Albany County has 125 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 4 rated poor and 1 rated scour-critical. Its poor-condition share of 3.2% is at or below the 7.1% statewide average. Poor-condition bridges carry about 8,537 daily vehicle crossings.
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BridgeLookup.com gives Albany County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 90/100 (A). The county has 125 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 4 in poor condition and 1 rated scour-critical. Poor-condition bridges carry about 8,537 daily vehicle crossings. Poor condition does not mean unsafe; bridges judged unsafe are closed or restricted by transportation agencies.
How the Score Breaks Down
| Factor | Weight | County Value | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|
| Poor-condition bridge share | 40 | 3.2% | 6.4 |
| Poor-condition traffic exposure | 25 | 1.9% of measured traffic | 1.4 |
| Scour-critical bridge share | 20 | 0.8% | 1.6 |
| Average age vs national baseline | 10 | 49 years vs 48 nationally | 0.6 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 448,232 measured daily crossings | 0.0 |
Score = 100 minus weighted penalties. The score is a comparative research signal, not an official safety rating. Read the full methodology.
County Comparisons
| County Poor-Condition Share | 3.2% |
| State Poor-Condition Share | 7.1% |
| National Poor-Condition Share | 6.7% |
| County Scour-Critical Share | 0.8% |
| Average Bridge Age | 49 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 8,537 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Albany County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| US 30 over Floodwater Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 1,530 | 1946 |
| I-80 Wbl over CR 57 (dutton Creek Rd) | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 6,587 | 1969 |
| Wyo 13 over Uprr | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 251 | 1983 |
| Wyo 12 over Browns Creek | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 169 | 1953 |
| US 30 / I-80 Bus over Spring Creek | High traffic | Fair | 14,833 | 1981 |
| US 287 over Spring Creek | High traffic | Fair | 11,163 | 1963 |
| I-80 Wbl over Laramie River | High traffic | Fair | 9,845 | 1962 |
| I-80 Wbl over Uprr | High traffic | Fair | 9,845 | 2001 |
| I-80 Wbl over US 287 | High traffic | Fair | 9,845 | 2001 |
| I-80 Ebl over Laramie River | High traffic | Fair | 9,750 | 1962 |
Important safety note
Poor condition does not mean a bridge is unsafe. It means at least one major component has significant deterioration and the bridge is a priority for maintenance, repair, or replacement. Bridges judged unsafe are closed or restricted by transportation agencies.