Old US HWY 2 over Dodson S. Cnl Splway 098
FairPosted for loadPhillips County, Montana · 8M E Malta · Structure no. L36215006+04001
- Built
- 1931
- 94 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected March 2024
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete
- Length
- 31 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 100
- 2025 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Old US HWY 2 over Dodson S. Cnl Splway 098 is a concrete tee beam carrying Old US HWY 2 over Dodson S. Cnl Splway 098 in Phillips County, Montana. It was built in 1931, so it is 94 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 24.9 mi (40 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Old US HWY 2 over Dodson S. Cnl Splway 098 built?
It was built in 1931, making it 94 years old in 2025.
What condition is Old US HWY 2 over Dodson S. Cnl Splway 098 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 March 2024.
How much traffic does Old US HWY 2 over Dodson S. Cnl Splway 098 carry?
About 100 vehicles per day (2025 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.
How long is Old US HWY 2 over Dodson S. Cnl Splway 098?
The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long with a longest span of 27 ft (8.2 m) and a deck 23 ft wide.
Who owns Old US HWY 2 over Dodson S. Cnl Splway 098?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.