Goshen County Bridge Report Card
Goshen County scores 86 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Goshen County, Wyoming
Goshen County has 106 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 5 rated poor and 1 rated scour-critical. Its poor-condition share of 4.7% is at or below the 7.1% statewide average. Poor-condition bridges carry about 964 daily vehicle crossings.
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BridgeLookup.com gives Goshen County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 86/100 (B). The county has 106 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 5 in poor condition and 1 rated scour-critical. Poor-condition bridges carry about 964 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 | 4.7% | 9.4 |
| Poor-condition traffic exposure | 25 | 1.7% of measured traffic | 1.3 |
| Scour-critical bridge share | 20 | 0.9% | 1.9 |
| Average age vs national baseline | 10 | 51 years vs 48 nationally | 1.4 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 57,729 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 | 4.7% |
| State Poor-Condition Share | 7.1% |
| National Poor-Condition Share | 6.7% |
| County Scour-Critical Share | 0.9% |
| Average Bridge Age | 51 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 964 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Goshen County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wyo 154 over Fort Laramie Canal | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 681 | 1962 |
| Go Cnty RD 29c over Fort Laramie Canal | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 155 | 1973 |
| Go Cnty RD 136 over Unnamed Draw | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 69 | 1983 |
| Go Cnty RD 35d over Fort Laramie Canal | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 52 | 1925 |
| Go Cnty RD 43e over Springer Main Lateral | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 7 | 1973 |
| Go Cnty RD 15e over Laramie River | Scour-critical foundation rating | Good | 69 | 1977 |
| US 85 over North Platte River | High traffic | Fair | 6,941 | 1994 |
| US 26 over Rawhide Creek | High traffic | Fair | 5,256 | 1997 |
| US 85 over Cherry Creek | High traffic | Fair | 3,453 | 1953 |
| US 85 over Bear Creek | High traffic | Fair | 2,861 | 1969 |
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.