Ledford Creek RD over Ruby River 058
FairPosted for loadMadison County, Montana · 17M S Alder · Structure no. L29183000+03001
- Built
- 1960
- 65 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected November 2023
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete
- Length
- 31 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 100
- 2025 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Ledford Creek RD over Ruby River 058 is a concrete tee beam carrying Ledford Creek RD over Ruby River 058 in Madison County, Montana. It was built in 1960, so it is 65 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 31 ft (9.4 m) long and 23 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 123.7 mi (199 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Ledford Creek RD over Ruby River 058 built?
It was built in 1960, making it 65 years old in 2025.
What condition is Ledford Creek RD over Ruby River 058 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 November 2023.
How much traffic does Ledford Creek RD over Ruby River 058 carry?
About 100 vehicles per day (2025 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.
How long is Ledford Creek RD over Ruby River 058?
The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long with a longest span of 30 ft (9.1 m) and a deck 23 ft wide.
Who owns Ledford Creek RD over Ruby River 058?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.