Forest Road over S.Fk Flathead River
GoodFlathead County, Montana · By Spotted Bear Ranger ST · Structure no. 011004000000110
- Built
- 1973
- 52 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 427 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 100
- 1992 count
- Owner
- Federal
- U.S. Forest Service
About this bridge
Forest Road over S.Fk Flathead River is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Forest Road over S.Fk Flathead River in Flathead 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 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 100 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 150 by 2045. The structure is 427 ft (130.1 m) long and 37 ft wide.
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Forest Road over S.Fk Flathead River built?
It was built in 1973, making it 52 years old in 2025.
What condition is Forest Road over S.Fk Flathead River 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 September 2023.
How much traffic does Forest Road over S.Fk Flathead River carry?
About 100 vehicles per day (1992 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is Forest Road over S.Fk Flathead River?
The structure is 427 ft (130.1 m) long with a longest span of 153 ft (46.6 m) and a deck 37 ft wide.
Who owns Forest Road over S.Fk Flathead River?
It is owned by the U.S. Forest Service.