US 2 over Cedar Creek
FairLincoln County, Montana · 4M NW Libby · Structure no. P00001027+08701
- Built
- 1989
- 36 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 52 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 3,226
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 2 over Cedar Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 2 over Cedar Creek in Lincoln County, Montana. It was built in 1989, so it is 36 years old, younger 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 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 3,226 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,387 by 2043. The structure is 52 ft (15.8 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 65.2 mi (105 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 2 over Cedar Creek built?
It was built in 1989, making it 36 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 2 over Cedar 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 October 2024.
How much traffic does US 2 over Cedar Creek carry?
About 3,226 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is US 2 over Cedar Creek?
The structure is 52 ft (15.8 m) long with a longest span of 50 ft (15.2 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.
Who owns US 2 over Cedar Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.