Augusta-Clemons RD over Elk Creek 029
FairPosted for loadLewis and Clark County, Montana · 2M SW Augusta · Structure no. L25316000+05001
- Built
- 1915
- 110 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected February 2024
- Type
- Truss - Thru
- Steel
- Length
- 51 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 100
- 2025 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Augusta-Clemons RD over Elk Creek 029 is a steel truss - thru carrying Augusta-Clemons RD over Elk Creek 029 in Lewis and Clark County, Montana. It was built in 1915, so it is 110 years old, older 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 100 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 100 by 2040. The structure is 51 ft (15.5 m) long and 18 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 14.9 mi (24 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
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Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Augusta-Clemons RD over Elk Creek 029 built?
It was built in 1915, making it 110 years old in 2025.
What condition is Augusta-Clemons RD over Elk Creek 029 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 February 2024.
How much traffic does Augusta-Clemons RD over Elk Creek 029 carry?
About 100 vehicles per day (2025 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.
How long is Augusta-Clemons RD over Elk Creek 029?
The structure is 51 ft (15.5 m) long with a longest span of 50 ft (15.2 m) and a deck 18 ft wide.
Who owns Augusta-Clemons RD over Elk Creek 029?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.