Pugsley RD over Marias River 006
FairPosted for loadLiberty County, Montana · 18M SW Chester · Structure no. L26038005+01001
- Built
- 1951
- 74 years old, rebuilt 1987
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Suspension
- Steel
- Length
- 328 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 100
- 2025 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Pugsley RD over Marias River 006 is a steel suspension carrying Pugsley RD over Marias River 006 in Liberty County, Montana. It was built in 1951 and reconstructed in 1987, so it is 74 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 328 ft (100.1 m) long and 16 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 14.9 mi (24 km).
Location
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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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Pugsley RD over Marias River 006 built?
It was built in 1951, making it 74 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1987.
What condition is Pugsley RD over Marias River 006 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 July 2024.
How much traffic does Pugsley RD over Marias River 006 carry?
About 100 vehicles per day (2025 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.
How long is Pugsley RD over Marias River 006?
The structure is 328 ft (100.1 m) long with a longest span of 290 ft (88.4 m) and a deck 16 ft wide.
Who owns Pugsley RD over Marias River 006?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.