US Bridges

US 93 over Grade Separation

Fair

Lake County, Montana · 2M N Ravalli · Structure no. P00005029+02801

Built
2006
19 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected June 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
67 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
7,746
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 93 over Grade Separation is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 93 over Grade Separation in Lake County, Montana. It was built in 2006, so it is 19 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 7,746 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,133 by 2043. The structure is 67 ft (20.3 m) long and 84 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 123.7 mi (199 km).

CarriesUS 93
CrossesGrade Separation
Location2M N Ravalli
RouteU.S. Route 93
StateMontana
Coordinates47.29414, -114.15925
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJune 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating69 US tons
Inventory rating43 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length67 ft (20.3 m)
Longest span67 ft (20.3 m)
Deck width84 ft (25.6 m)
Roadway width81 ft (24.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic7,746 (2023)
Projected traffic8,133 by 2043
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesOther
Detour if closed123.7 mi (199 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—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was US 93 over Grade Separation built?

It was built in 2006, making it 19 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 93 over Grade Separation 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 June 2023.

How much traffic does US 93 over Grade Separation carry?

About 7,746 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is US 93 over Grade Separation?

The structure is 67 ft (20.3 m) long with a longest span of 67 ft (20.3 m) and a deck 84 ft wide.

Who owns US 93 over Grade Separation?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.