IRR BIA RTE 006 over Box Elder Creek
FairHill County, Montana · 2 KM SE of Box Elder · Structure no. 00000000000C918
- Built
- 2000
- 25 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 21 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,000
- 2024 count
- Owner
- Federal
- Bureau of Indian Affairs
About this bridge
IRR BIA RTE 006 over Box Elder Creek is a prestressed concrete culvert carrying IRR BIA RTE 006 over Box Elder Creek in Hill County, Montana. It was built in 2000, so it is 25 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 1,000 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,117 by 2044. The structure is 21 ft (6.3 m) long and 27 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 10.6 mi (17 km).
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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 | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was IRR BIA RTE 006 over Box Elder Creek built?
It was built in 2000, making it 25 years old in 2025.
What condition is IRR BIA RTE 006 over Box Elder 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 October 2024.
How much traffic does IRR BIA RTE 006 over Box Elder Creek carry?
About 1,000 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is IRR BIA RTE 006 over Box Elder Creek?
The structure is 21 ft (6.3 m) long with a longest span of 21 ft (6.3 m) and a deck 27 ft wide.
Who owns IRR BIA RTE 006 over Box Elder Creek?
It is owned by the Bureau of Indian Affairs.