With approximately 10,000 vehicle crossings each day, Gurley Overpass is a critical access point for the Gillette community. Recent studies have found that the more than 40-year-old structure is reaching the end of its anticipated useful life.
This site was built to provide information about the current structure and the steps being taken to rebuild it.
Reports & Presentations
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Earlier this year, the Campbell County Commission, the Town of Wright and the City of Gillette passed a joint resolution approving a ballot proposition for the 2024 General Election for a 1% specific purpose excise tax. One item included in the proposition is $30M for replacement of the Gurley Overpass.
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During the March 19, 2024 meeting, City Council approved a professional services agreement for the annual inspection of Gurley Overpass. During the meeting, Brian Shippy, PE, of Structural Dynamics, LLC, gives an overview of the condition of the structure and why the inspections are important.
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On March 28, 2024, City representatives presented information on the Gurley Overpass to the Campbell County Commission to support the request for a ballot initiative in the General Election.
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2023 Annual Inspection Report, prepared by Structural Dynamics, LLC
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HDR Engineering, Inc, completed a planning study in November 2021 to evaluate alternate railroad crossing locations considering future capacity and connectivity to the existing transportation network. The report also provides conceptual designs, funding recommendations and budget-level cost estimates.
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2020 Gurley Avenue Overpass Annual Inspection Report prepared by Structural Dynamics, LLC
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
Gurley Overpass has served as a critical piece of infrastructure for our community for more than 40 years. Replacing it will be a major project with many considerations.
We’ve taken some time to provide answers to some common questions about the project. Find them at the link below!
This site was created by the City of Gillette to provide information to the public about the Gurley Overpass and its future replacement.
For information about the Wright Sagebluff Addition Housing Project, please visit the Town of Wright website, found here.