Road 261 over Clear Creek 040
FairDawson County, Montana · 12M SW Glendive · Structure no. L11109010+08001
- Built
- 1986
- 39 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected December 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Steel
- Length
- 49 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 21
- 2023 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Road 261 over Clear Creek 040 is a steel culvert carrying Road 261 over Clear Creek 040 in Dawson County, Montana. It was built in 1986, so it is 39 years old, younger 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 21 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 22 by 2043. The structure is 49 ft (14.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.8 mi (19 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 Road 261 over Clear Creek 040 built?
It was built in 1986, making it 39 years old in 2025.
What condition is Road 261 over Clear Creek 040 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 December 2023.
How much traffic does Road 261 over Clear Creek 040 carry?
About 21 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is Road 261 over Clear Creek 040?
The structure is 49 ft (14.9 m) long with a longest span of 13 ft (3.9 m).
Who owns Road 261 over Clear Creek 040?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.