Indian Creek RD over Shields River 027
FairPosted for loadPark County, Montana · 2M S Wilsall · Structure no. L34061000+04001
- Built
- 1920
- 105 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Truss - Thru
- Steel
- Length
- 77 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 100
- 2025 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Indian Creek RD over Shields River 027 is a steel truss - thru carrying Indian Creek RD over Shields River 027 in Park County, Montana. It was built in 1920, so it is 105 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 77 ft (23.5 m) long and 16 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.8 mi (19 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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| 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 Indian Creek RD over Shields River 027 built?
It was built in 1920, making it 105 years old in 2025.
What condition is Indian Creek RD over Shields River 027 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 June 2024.
How much traffic does Indian Creek RD over Shields River 027 carry?
About 100 vehicles per day (2025 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.
How long is Indian Creek RD over Shields River 027?
The structure is 77 ft (23.5 m) long with a longest span of 75 ft (22.9 m) and a deck 16 ft wide.
Who owns Indian Creek RD over Shields River 027?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.