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Variable Speed Limits
Chain Law
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District Comments
District 1 (Southeast)
District 2 (Central)
District 4 (Northeast) I90: Rest area closed near Moorcroft at milepost 153

I90: Bridge damage, Sand Creek Road overpass closed near Sundance at milepost 206, Use alternate route.



Conditions
Route Location Conditions Advisories Restrictions Last Report Time Cameras Sensors
Cheyenne
NWS Forecast
Between the Colorado State Line and Cheyenne Dry None None Oct 19, 2025, 10:05 PM    
Between Cheyenne and Meriden Dry None None Oct 20, 2025, 01:54 AM    
Torrington
NWS Forecast
Between Meriden and WY 151, Bear Mountain Station Dry None None Oct 20, 2025, 01:08 AM    
Between WY 151, Bear Mountain Station and WY 161, Silvertip Dry None None Oct 20, 2025, 01:08 AM    
Between WY 161, Silvertip and Torrington Dry None None Oct 20, 2025, 01:08 AM    
Between Torrington and Lingle Dry None None Oct 20, 2025, 01:08 AM    
Between Lingle and Jay Em Dry None None Oct 20, 2025, 01:08 AM    
Lusk
NWS Forecast
Between Jay Em and Lusk Dry None None Oct 20, 2025, 01:08 AM    
Between Lusk and Mule Creek Jct Wet None None Oct 20, 2025, 01:08 AM    
Newcastle
NWS Forecast
Between Mule Creek Jct and Niobrara/Weston County Line Dry None None Oct 19, 2025, 10:42 PM    
Between Niobrara/Weston County Line and Newcastle Dry None None Oct 19, 2025, 10:42 PM    
Between Newcastle and WY 585, Four Corners Dry None None Oct 20, 2025, 01:57 AM    
Between WY 585, Four Corners and the South Dakota State Line Dry None None Oct 20, 2025, 01:57 AM    

Construction Projects
Project Name Project Number WYDOT Contact Contractor Contact Start Date Completion Date Description Road Milepost(s) Surface Delays Last Updated
Bridge Rehabilitation US 85 mp 185.55 near Mule Creek Jct B252002 Byron Booth
307-534-6803
Reiman Corp. and Subsidiary
Cheyenne , WY
307-632-8971
Apr 27, 2025 Oct 31, 2025 Bridge rehabilitation on multiple structures. Expect 15 ft width restriction in active work zone. 185.000 to 186.000 Paved None Oct 8, 2025, 07:53 AM
Cheyenne Warren Avenue (24th Street, Pershing Blvd) STP- I180025 Steve Cook
Knife River
Cheyenne , WY
307-634-5455
Apr 27, 2025 Oct 30, 2025 Work will occur between Pershing and 24th and includes milling, paving, concrete work, curb and gutter repairs, ADA upgrades, and other miscellaneous work. Heavy equipment producing loud noise is required to complete the work. 10.250 to 10.680 Paved Expect delays Jun 27, 2025, 02:06 AM
*Chain Law - Level 1 Definition
**Chain Law - Level 2 Definition
Other Definitions

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.