Central Ave over Russell Creek 001
FairPosted for loadCarter County, Montana · Ekalaka-Central Ave · Structure no. M06038000+00101
- Built
- 1938
- 87 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected August 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Wood or Timber
- Length
- 23 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 100
- 2025 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Central Ave over Russell Creek 001 is a wood or timber stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Central Ave over Russell Creek 001 in Carter County, Montana. It was built in 1938, so it is 87 years old, older than the Montana average of 47 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 100 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 100 by 2040. The structure is 23 ft (6.9 m) long and 24 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Central Ave over Russell Creek 001 built?
It was built in 1938, making it 87 years old in 2025.
What condition is Central Ave over Russell Creek 001 in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in August 2023.
How much traffic does Central Ave over Russell Creek 001 carry?
About 100 vehicles per day (2025 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.
How long is Central Ave over Russell Creek 001?
The structure is 23 ft (6.9 m) long with a longest span of 21 ft (6.4 m) and a deck 24 ft wide.
Who owns Central Ave over Russell Creek 001?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.