US 2 over Big Sandy Creek
GoodHill County, Montana · 5M W Havre · Structure no. P00001376+02951
- Built
- 1954
- 71 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 146 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,506
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 2 over Big Sandy Creek is a concrete continuous tee beam carrying US 2 over Big Sandy Creek in Hill County, Montana. It was built in 1954, so it is 71 years old, older than the Montana average of 47 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 1,506 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,581 by 2043. The structure is 146 ft (44.5 m) long and 33 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 123.7 mi (199 km).
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 2 over Big Sandy Creek built?
It was built in 1954, making it 71 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 2 over Big Sandy Creek in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in June 2024.
How much traffic does US 2 over Big Sandy Creek carry?
About 1,506 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is US 2 over Big Sandy Creek?
The structure is 146 ft (44.5 m) long with a longest span of 58 ft (17.7 m) and a deck 33 ft wide.
Who owns US 2 over Big Sandy Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.