Fs Route No. 871 over American Creek
FairClosed to trafficLincoln County, Montana · American Creek · Structure no. 010407000000088
- Built
- 1955
- 70 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected September 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Wood or Timber
- Length
- 25 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 50
- Owner
- Federal
- U.S. Forest Service
About this bridge
Fs Route No. 871 over American Creek is a wood or timber stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Fs Route No. 871 over American Creek in Lincoln County, Montana. It was built in 1955, so it is 70 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: closed to all traffic.
It carries about 50 vehicles a day, projected to reach 75 by 2045. The structure is 25 ft (7.5 m) long and 15 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 620.7 mi (999 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| 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 Fs Route No. 871 over American Creek built?
It was built in 1955, making it 70 years old in 2025.
What condition is Fs Route No. 871 over American Creek 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 September 2023.
How much traffic does Fs Route No. 871 over American Creek carry?
About 50 vehicles per day (latest count).
How long is Fs Route No. 871 over American Creek?
The structure is 25 ft (7.5 m) long with a longest span of 23 ft (7 m) and a deck 15 ft wide.
Who owns Fs Route No. 871 over American Creek?
It is owned by the U.S. Forest Service.