Forest Road over North Fork Spring Flow
GoodFlathead County, Montana · Wurtz Flats · Structure no. 011007000001249
- Built
- 1997
- 28 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 60 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 5
- 1997 count
- Owner
- Federal
- U.S. Forest Service
About this bridge
Forest Road over North Fork Spring Flow is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Forest Road over North Fork Spring Flow in Flathead County, Montana. It was built in 1997, so it is 28 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 5 vehicles a day, projected to reach 7 by 2045. The structure is 60 ft (18.3 m) long and 18 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 98.2 mi (158 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Forest Road over North Fork Spring Flow built?
It was built in 1997, making it 28 years old in 2025.
What condition is Forest Road over North Fork Spring Flow 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 Forest Road over North Fork Spring Flow carry?
About 5 vehicles per day (1997 count).
How long is Forest Road over North Fork Spring Flow?
The structure is 60 ft (18.3 m) long with a longest span of 57 ft (17.4 m) and a deck 18 ft wide.
Who owns Forest Road over North Fork Spring Flow?
It is owned by the U.S. Forest Service.