US Bridges

US 93 over Stillwater River

Fair

Flathead County, Montana · 2M NW Kalispell · Structure no. P00005116+01831

Built
1996
29 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
191 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
25,919
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 93 over Stillwater River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 93 over Stillwater River in Flathead County, Montana. It was built in 1996, so it is 29 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 5 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 25,919 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 28,511 by 2043. The structure is 191 ft (58.2 m) long and 80 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

CarriesUS 93
CrossesStillwater River
Location2M NW Kalispell
RouteU.S. Route 93
StateMontana
Coordinates48.24504, -114.33047
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionJuly 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating58 US tons
Inventory rating40 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length191 ft (58.2 m)
Longest span114 ft (34.6 m)
Deck width80 ft (24.4 m)
Roadway width77 ft (23.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic25,919 (2023)
Projected traffic28,511 by 2043
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 93 over Stillwater River built?

It was built in 1996, making it 29 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 93 over Stillwater River 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 2023.

How much traffic does US 93 over Stillwater River carry?

About 25,919 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is US 93 over Stillwater River?

The structure is 191 ft (58.2 m) long with a longest span of 114 ft (34.6 m) and a deck 80 ft wide.

Who owns US 93 over Stillwater River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.