050438: Sauerkraut over Sauerkraut Creek
GoodLewis and Clark County, Montana · 4.5 Mi. W of Lincoln Mt · Structure no. 0000000L2015371
- Built
- 2010
- 15 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 29 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 5
- 2022 count
- Owner
- Federal
- Bureau of Land Management
About this bridge
050438: Sauerkraut over Sauerkraut Creek is a prestressed concrete slab carrying 050438: Sauerkraut over Sauerkraut Creek in Lewis and Clark County, Montana. It was built in 2010, so it is 15 years old, younger 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 5 vehicles a day, projected to reach 10 by 2040. The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long and 16 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| 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 050438: Sauerkraut over Sauerkraut Creek built?
It was built in 2010, making it 15 years old in 2025.
What condition is 050438: Sauerkraut over Sauerkraut 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 August 2024.
How much traffic does 050438: Sauerkraut over Sauerkraut Creek carry?
About 5 vehicles per day (2022 count).
How long is 050438: Sauerkraut over Sauerkraut Creek?
The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long with a longest span of 27 ft (8.2 m) and a deck 16 ft wide.
Who owns 050438: Sauerkraut over Sauerkraut Creek?
It is owned by the Bureau of Land Management.