I 94 over Sand Creek
FairDawson County, Montana · 4M SW Glenidve · Structure no. I00094206+08501
- Built
- 1976
- 49 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Steel
- Length
- 41 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 4,221
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
I 94 over Sand Creek is a steel culvert carrying I 94 over Sand Creek in Dawson County, Montana. It was built in 1976, so it is 49 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 4,221 vehicles a day, roughly 26% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,833 by 2043. The structure is 41 ft (12.5 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 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| 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 Sand Creek built?
It was built in 1976, making it 49 years old in 2025.
What condition is I 94 over Sand 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 June 2024.
How much traffic does I 94 over Sand Creek carry?
About 4,221 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 26% are trucks.
How long is I 94 over Sand Creek?
The structure is 41 ft (12.5 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.3 m).
Who owns I 94 over Sand Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.