W Reserve DR over Whitefish River
PoorFlathead County, Montana · 2M N Kalispell · Structure no. S00548006+00001
- Built
- 1983
- 42 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected October 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 133 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 100
- 2025 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
W Reserve DR over Whitefish River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying W Reserve DR over Whitefish River 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 poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
It carries about 100 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 100 by 2040. The structure is 133 ft (40.5 m) long and 59 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was W Reserve DR over Whitefish River built?
It was built in 1983, making it 42 years old in 2025.
What condition is W Reserve DR over Whitefish River in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in October 2023.
How much traffic does W Reserve DR over Whitefish River carry?
About 100 vehicles per day (2025 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.
How long is W Reserve DR over Whitefish River?
The structure is 133 ft (40.5 m) long with a longest span of 51 ft (15.5 m) and a deck 59 ft wide.
Who owns W Reserve DR over Whitefish River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.