Forest Road over Elk Creek
GoodMissoula County, Montana · Elk Creek Road · Structure no. 011001000000115
- Built
- 1981
- 44 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2021
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 65 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 10
- 1992 count
- Owner
- Federal
- U.S. Forest Service
About this bridge
Forest Road over Elk Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Forest Road over Elk Creek in Missoula County, Montana. It was built in 1981, so it is 44 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 10 vehicles a day, projected to reach 15 by 2045. The structure is 65 ft (19.9 m) long and 17 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 98.2 mi (158 km).
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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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| 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 Forest Road over Elk Creek built?
It was built in 1981, making it 44 years old in 2025.
What condition is Forest Road over Elk 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 Forest Road over Elk Creek carry?
About 10 vehicles per day (1992 count).
How long is Forest Road over Elk Creek?
The structure is 65 ft (19.9 m) long with a longest span of 64 ft (19.5 m) and a deck 17 ft wide.
Who owns Forest Road over Elk Creek?
It is owned by the U.S. Forest Service.