Inside North Fork over Akokala Creek
GoodFlathead County, Montana · 2 Mi. N. of Jct. Hwy. 2 & · Structure no. 1430014P0000000
- Built
- 1983
- 42 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2023
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 32 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 50
- 2017 count
- Owner
- Federal
- National Park Service
About this bridge
Inside North Fork over Akokala Creek is a prestressed concrete tee beam carrying Inside North Fork over Akokala Creek in Flathead County, Montana. It was built in 1983, so it is 42 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 50 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 100 by 2037. The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long and 16 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 98.8 mi (159 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Inside North Fork over Akokala Creek built?
It was built in 1983, making it 42 years old in 2025.
What condition is Inside North Fork over Akokala 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 September 2023.
How much traffic does Inside North Fork over Akokala Creek carry?
About 50 vehicles per day (2017 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is Inside North Fork over Akokala Creek?
The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long with a longest span of 31 ft (9.4 m) and a deck 16 ft wide.
Who owns Inside North Fork over Akokala Creek?
It is owned by the National Park Service.