US Bridges

US 310 over Sand Creek

Good

Carbon County, Montana · 4M S Fromberg · Structure no. P00004029+01101

Built
1987
38 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2024
Type
Culvert
Steel
Length
26 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
4,907
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 310 over Sand Creek is a steel culvert carrying US 310 over Sand Creek in Carbon County, Montana. It was built in 1987, so it is 38 years old, younger than the Montana average of 47 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.

It carries about 4,907 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,152 by 2043. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 123.7 mi (199 km).

CarriesUS 310
CrossesSand Creek
Location4M S Fromberg
RouteU.S. Route 310
StateMontana
Coordinates45.33834, -108.91676
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating110.1 US tons
Inventory rating110.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialSteel
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length26 ft (7.9 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,907 (2023)
Projected traffic5,152 by 2043
Trucks7%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed123.7 mi (199 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 310 over Sand Creek built?

It was built in 1987, making it 38 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 310 over Sand Creek 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 October 2024.

How much traffic does US 310 over Sand Creek carry?

About 4,907 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is US 310 over Sand Creek?

The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).

Who owns US 310 over Sand Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.