I 94 over Clear Creek
PoorDawson County, Montana · 10M SW Glendive · Structure no. I00094201+09101
- Built
- 1973
- 52 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected March 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Steel
- Length
- 52 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 4,317
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
I 94 over Clear Creek is a steel culvert carrying I 94 over Clear Creek in Dawson County, Montana. It was built in 1973, so it is 52 years old, older than the Montana average of 47 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
It carries about 4,317 vehicles a day, roughly 25% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,943 by 2043. The structure is 52 ft (16 m) long. 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 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was I 94 over Clear Creek built?
It was built in 1973, making it 52 years old in 2025.
What condition is I 94 over Clear Creek in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in March 2024.
How much traffic does I 94 over Clear Creek carry?
About 4,317 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 25% are trucks.
How long is I 94 over Clear Creek?
The structure is 52 ft (16 m) long with a longest span of 15 ft (4.7 m).
Who owns I 94 over Clear Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.