Central Ave W over Int Central Ave W-I 15
FairCascade County, Montana · Great Falls-Central Ave W · Structure no. U05210000+00001
- Built
- 1967
- 58 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 266 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 12,316
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Central Ave W over Int Central Ave W-I 15 is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Central Ave W over Int Central Ave W-I 15 in Cascade County, Montana. It was built in 1967, so it is 58 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.
It carries about 12,316 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 12,932 by 2043. The structure is 266 ft (81.1 m) long and 82 ft wide.
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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Central Ave W over Int Central Ave W-I 15 built?
It was built in 1967, making it 58 years old in 2025.
What condition is Central Ave W over Int Central Ave W-I 15 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 November 2024.
How much traffic does Central Ave W over Int Central Ave W-I 15 carry?
About 12,316 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is Central Ave W over Int Central Ave W-I 15?
The structure is 266 ft (81.1 m) long with a longest span of 72 ft (21.8 m) and a deck 82 ft wide.
Who owns Central Ave W over Int Central Ave W-I 15?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.