746 Vinal Lake Rd. over Vinal Creek
GoodLincoln County, Montana · Vinal Creek · Structure no. 011404000000154
- Built
- 1980
- 45 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2021
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 51 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 50
- 1995 count
- Owner
- Federal
- U.S. Forest Service
About this bridge
746 Vinal Lake Rd. over Vinal Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying 746 Vinal Lake Rd. over Vinal Creek in Lincoln County, Montana. It was built in 1980, so it is 45 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 50 vehicles a day, projected to reach 75 by 2045. The structure is 51 ft (15.6 m) long and 22 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 27.3 mi (44 km).
Location
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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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| 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 746 Vinal Lake Rd. over Vinal Creek built?
It was built in 1980, making it 45 years old in 2025.
What condition is 746 Vinal Lake Rd. over Vinal 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 2021.
How much traffic does 746 Vinal Lake Rd. over Vinal Creek carry?
About 50 vehicles per day (1995 count).
How long is 746 Vinal Lake Rd. over Vinal Creek?
The structure is 51 ft (15.6 m) long with a longest span of 50 ft (15.2 m) and a deck 22 ft wide.
Who owns 746 Vinal Lake Rd. over Vinal Creek?
It is owned by the U.S. Forest Service.