I 94 over Coal Creek
FairCuster County, Montana · 7M SW Miles City · Structure no. I00094131+08821
- Built
- 1963
- 62 years old, rebuilt 1974
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Steel
- Length
- 24 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 4,724
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
I 94 over Coal Creek is a steel culvert carrying I 94 over Coal Creek in Custer County, Montana. It was built in 1963 and reconstructed in 1974, so it is 62 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 4,724 vehicles a day, roughly 23% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,102 by 2043. The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 123.7 mi (199 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was I 94 over Coal Creek built?
It was built in 1963, making it 62 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1974.
What condition is I 94 over Coal Creek 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 July 2023.
How much traffic does I 94 over Coal Creek carry?
About 4,724 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 23% are trucks.
How long is I 94 over Coal Creek?
The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns I 94 over Coal Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.