Forest Road over Ryle Creek
FairFlathead County, Montana · Ryle Creek · Structure no. 011006000020879
- Built
- 2015
- 10 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Steel
- Length
- 25 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 50
- Owner
- Federal
- U.S. Forest Service
About this bridge
Forest Road over Ryle Creek is a steel culvert carrying Forest Road over Ryle Creek in Flathead County, Montana. It was built in 2015, so it is 10 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 50 vehicles a day, projected to reach 75 by 2045. The structure is 25 ft (7.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 620.7 mi (999 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Forest Road over Ryle Creek built?
It was built in 2015, making it 10 years old in 2025.
What condition is Forest Road over Ryle 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 July 2024.
How much traffic does Forest Road over Ryle Creek carry?
About 50 vehicles per day (latest count).
How long is Forest Road over Ryle Creek?
The structure is 25 ft (7.7 m) long with a longest span of 25 ft (7.7 m).
Who owns Forest Road over Ryle Creek?
It is owned by the U.S. Forest Service.