US Bridges

Stafford Ferry RD over Cutbank Creek 011

Good

Fergus County, Montana · 5M N Winifred · Structure no. 000000000002749

Built
2018
7 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2023
Type
Culvert
Aluminum, Wrought Iron, or Cast Iron
Length
36 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
168
2023 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Stafford Ferry RD over Cutbank Creek 011 is a aluminum, wrought iron, or cast iron culvert carrying Stafford Ferry RD over Cutbank Creek 011 in Fergus County, Montana. It was built in 2018, so it is 7 years old, younger than the Montana average of 47 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 168 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 177 by 2043. The structure is 36 ft (11 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 123.7 mi (199 km).

CarriesStafford Ferry RD
CrossesCutbank Creek 011
Location5M N Winifred
RouteCounty Highway 14101
StateMontana
Coordinates47.63516, -109.34477
Functional classRural Minor Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionAugust 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating83 US tons
Inventory rating64 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialAluminum, Wrought Iron, or Cast Iron
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadUnknown
Structure length36 ft (11 m)
Longest span31 ft (9.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic168 (2023)
Projected traffic177 by 2043
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed123.7 mi (199 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Stafford Ferry RD over Cutbank Creek 011 built?

It was built in 2018, making it 7 years old in 2025.

What condition is Stafford Ferry RD over Cutbank Creek 011 in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in August 2023.

How much traffic does Stafford Ferry RD over Cutbank Creek 011 carry?

About 168 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is Stafford Ferry RD over Cutbank Creek 011?

The structure is 36 ft (11 m) long with a longest span of 31 ft (9.4 m).

Who owns Stafford Ferry RD over Cutbank Creek 011?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.