US 93 over Wildlife Underpass
FairMissoula County, Montana · 10M N Wye JCT · Structure no. P00005010+00391
- Built
- 2009
- 16 years old, rebuilt 2014
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected February 2025
- Type
- Culvert
- Steel
- Length
- 32 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 9,214
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 93 over Wildlife Underpass is a steel culvert carrying US 93 over Wildlife Underpass in Missoula County, Montana. It was built in 2009 and reconstructed in 2014, so it is 16 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 9,214 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,675 by 2042. The structure is 32 ft (9.7 m) long. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 9 Excellent | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 93 over Wildlife Underpass built?
It was built in 2009, making it 16 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2014.
What condition is US 93 over Wildlife Underpass 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 February 2025.
How much traffic does US 93 over Wildlife Underpass carry?
About 9,214 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is US 93 over Wildlife Underpass?
The structure is 32 ft (9.7 m) long with a longest span of 26 ft (8 m).
Who owns US 93 over Wildlife Underpass?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.