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Last update at: Apr 26, 2024, 03:44 AM

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District 2 (Central) US85: Mule Creek Rest Area closed until further notice between Lusk and Newcastle at milepost 196.

Expect Delays 04/26/24: 30 FT Extra Wide Oversize Load traveling on WY 258, US 20/26, US 26 bypass, WY 254, I-25, WY 259, WY 387 and WY 59.

District 4 (Northeast) US14: Road damage between Burgess Junction and Dayton from milepost 65 to 66.

US85: Mule Creek Rest Area closed until further notice between Lusk and Newcastle at milepost 196.

Expect Delays 04/26/24: 30 FT Extra Wide Oversize Load traveling on WY 258, US 20/26, US 26 bypass, WY 254, I-25, WY 259, WY 387 and WY 59.



Conditions
Nearest Town Location Conditions Advisories Restrictions Last Report Time Cameras Sensors
Douglas
NWS Forecast
Between WY 94, Douglas and the Campbell/Converse Cty Line Dry None WY 59 from milepost 19.300 to 27.000
Width restriction: 12 ft
Apr 26, 2024, 03:44 AM    
Reno Junction
NWS Forecast
Between the Campbell/Converse Cty Line and Mile Marker 67, Edwards Rd Dry None None Apr 26, 2024, 03:23 AM    
Between Mile Marker 67, Edwards Rd and Wright Dry None None Apr 26, 2024, 03:23 AM    
Between Wright and Mile Marker 94, Haight Rd Dry None None Apr 26, 2024, 03:23 AM    
Gillette
NWS Forecast
Between Mile Marker 94, Haight Rd and Gillette Dry None None Apr 26, 2024, 03:23 AM    
Between Gillette and US 14/16 Dry None None Apr 26, 2024, 03:23 AM    
Between US 14/16 and Mile Marker 126, Northbound Closure Gate Dry None None Apr 26, 2024, 03:23 AM    
Between Mile Marker 126, Northbound Closure Gate and the Montana State Line Dry None None Apr 26, 2024, 03:23 AM    

Construction Projects
Project Name Project Number WYDOT Contact Contractor Contact Start Date Completion Date Description Road Milepost(s) Surface Delays Last Updated
Roadwork near Douglas on WY 59 mp 19-27 N431037 Mark Nelson
307-258-6875
Croell Ready Mix
Sundance , WY
307-283-2221
Mar 24, 2024 Aug 30, 2025 Mill and overlay with structure repair at multiple locations on WY 59 near Douglas. Expect a 12 ft width restriction and traffic signals in place. 19.300 to 27.000 Paved 10 minute delays with stopped conditions Mar 18, 2024, 06:37 AM
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**Chain Law - Level 2 Definition
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Impact Levels Description / Recommended Action
Low Minimal impacts expected, use general caution.
Moderate Some impacts expected, use extra caution. Stay alert for changing road and weather conditions.
High Dangerous impacts expected, use extreme caution, delay travel or consider alternate route. If travel is necessary, slow down and allow extra time.
CLOSED Per W.S. 24-1-109, motorists traveling on a closed road without permission from WYDOT or WHP may be subject to a fine of up to $750 and/or up to 30 days imprisonment.
Seasonal / Long-Duration Event Impact level used to distinguish long-duration events from emergent events.
All travelers are encouraged to check present conditions and forecasts before departing.