US Bridges

Dalberg Siding RD over Tobacco River 134

Good

Lincoln County, Montana · 3M NW Fortine · Structure no. L27078000+02001

Built
1993
32 years old
Condition
Good
inspected September 2024
Type
Tee Beam
Prestressed Concrete
Length
85 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
271
2023 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Dalberg Siding RD over Tobacco River 134 is a prestressed concrete tee beam carrying Dalberg Siding RD over Tobacco River 134 in Lincoln County, Montana. It was built in 1993, so it is 32 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 271 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 290 by 2043. The structure is 85 ft (25.9 m) long and 26 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.8 mi (19 km).

CarriesDalberg Siding RD
CrossesTobacco River 134
Location3M NW Fortine
RouteCounty Highway 27078
StateMontana
Coordinates48.79849, -114.95291
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionSeptember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating38 US tons
Inventory rating23 US tons

Structure

Structure typeTee Beam
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length85 ft (25.9 m)
Longest span85 ft (25.9 m)
Deck width26 ft (8 m)
Roadway width24 ft (7.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic271 (2023)
Projected traffic290 by 2043
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed11.8 mi (19 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Dalberg Siding RD over Tobacco River 134 built?

It was built in 1993, making it 32 years old in 2025.

What condition is Dalberg Siding RD over Tobacco River 134 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 September 2024.

How much traffic does Dalberg Siding RD over Tobacco River 134 carry?

About 271 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is Dalberg Siding RD over Tobacco River 134?

The structure is 85 ft (25.9 m) long with a longest span of 85 ft (25.9 m) and a deck 26 ft wide.

Who owns Dalberg Siding RD over Tobacco River 134?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.