Ringneck DR over Stillwater River 153
FairFlathead County, Montana · 2M SE Kalispell · Structure no. L15104000+01001
- Built
- 1992
- 33 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 190 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 100
- 2025 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Ringneck DR over Stillwater River 153 is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Ringneck DR over Stillwater River 153 in Flathead County, Montana. It was built in 1992, so it is 33 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 100 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 100 by 2040. The structure is 190 ft (57.8 m) long and 14 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 123.7 mi (199 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Ringneck DR over Stillwater River 153 built?
It was built in 1992, making it 33 years old in 2025.
What condition is Ringneck DR over Stillwater River 153 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 September 2024.
How much traffic does Ringneck DR over Stillwater River 153 carry?
About 100 vehicles per day (2025 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.
How long is Ringneck DR over Stillwater River 153?
The structure is 190 ft (57.8 m) long with a longest span of 55 ft (16.7 m) and a deck 14 ft wide.
Who owns Ringneck DR over Stillwater River 153?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.