1901: Herd Creek over East Fork Salmon River
GoodPosted for loadCuster County, Idaho · 9 MI S of ID75 · Structure no. 000000000L59857
- Built
- 1964
- 61 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 101 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 25
- 2011 count
- Owner
- Federal
- Bureau of Land Management
About this bridge
1901: Herd Creek over East Fork Salmon River is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying 1901: Herd Creek over East Fork Salmon River in Custer County, Idaho. It was built in 1964, so it is 61 years old, older than the Idaho average of 45.3 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 25 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 35 by 2040. The structure is 101 ft (30.7 m) long and 16 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 123.7 mi (199 km).
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was 1901: Herd Creek over East Fork Salmon River built?
It was built in 1964, making it 61 years old in 2025.
What condition is 1901: Herd Creek over East Fork Salmon River in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in August 2024.
How much traffic does 1901: Herd Creek over East Fork Salmon River carry?
About 25 vehicles per day (2011 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is 1901: Herd Creek over East Fork Salmon River?
The structure is 101 ft (30.7 m) long with a longest span of 60 ft (18.3 m) and a deck 16 ft wide.
Who owns 1901: Herd Creek over East Fork Salmon River?
It is owned by the Bureau of Land Management.