S 59 over Thompson Creek
FairGarfield County, Montana · 36M SE Jordan · Structure no. P00018047+08321
- Built
- 1997
- 28 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected April 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Steel
- Length
- 37 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 295
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
S 59 over Thompson Creek is a steel culvert carrying S 59 over Thompson Creek in Garfield 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 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 295 vehicles a day, roughly 18% of them trucks, projected to reach 310 by 2043. The structure is 37 ft (11.4 m) long. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was S 59 over Thompson Creek built?
It was built in 1997, making it 28 years old in 2025.
What condition is S 59 over Thompson Creek 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 April 2023.
How much traffic does S 59 over Thompson Creek carry?
About 295 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 18% are trucks.
How long is S 59 over Thompson Creek?
The structure is 37 ft (11.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns S 59 over Thompson Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.