Forest Road over Graves Creek
GoodFlathead County, Montana · Graves Creek · Structure no. 011006000003041
- Built
- 2002
- 23 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 81 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 75
- 1989 count
- Owner
- Federal
- U.S. Forest Service
About this bridge
Forest Road over Graves Creek is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Forest Road over Graves Creek in Flathead County, Montana. It was built in 2002, so it is 23 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 75 vehicles a day, projected to reach 112 by 2045. The structure is 81 ft (24.8 m) long and 30 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 620.7 mi (999 km).
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 9 Excellent | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Forest Road over Graves Creek built?
It was built in 2002, making it 23 years old in 2025.
What condition is Forest Road over Graves Creek 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 July 2024.
How much traffic does Forest Road over Graves Creek carry?
About 75 vehicles per day (1989 count).
How long is Forest Road over Graves Creek?
The structure is 81 ft (24.8 m) long with a longest span of 59 ft (18 m) and a deck 30 ft wide.
Who owns Forest Road over Graves Creek?
It is owned by the U.S. Forest Service.