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2008 International Rally:
Wyoming and Cattle Guards
By Jeff Busk #49546
January 22, 2008


 
Greetings from Gillette!

I am writing this article to inform you about one of Wyoming's high- way hazards. This particular hazard is one that will sneak up on you when entering or exiting the interstate or any state road. ALL ramps, on and off, have what we call "cattle guards" which are placed in the road bed. These are steel bars that run across the width of the road, with about a four inch space between each bar, they are VERY slippery when they are wet or if you hit them at an angle. Enclosed is a photo showing the placement in alignment with the fence line. This one is at Moorcroft WY. and is treacherous because it is right at the spot where you start your turn. You also have to watch out for cattle and other wildlife on the roads.


 
There are several rules in Wyoming: #1. Cows have the right-of-way. This is an open range state. Watch for wildlife - deer run right into you, antelope run alongside you then turn in front of you, and elk are too big to even think about hitting. But, always remember rule #1 - that's why we have "cattle guards" or if you insist - auto gates. See you in July 2008.

 

 

 


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