US 2 over Dodson South Canal
FairPhillips County, Montana · 12M W Saco · Structure no. P00001485+07431
- Built
- 1966
- 59 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected March 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 103 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,363
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 2 over Dodson South Canal is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 2 over Dodson South Canal in Phillips County, Montana. It was built in 1966, so it is 59 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 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 1,363 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,431 by 2043. The structure is 103 ft (31.4 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 123.7 mi (199 km).
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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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 2 over Dodson South Canal built?
It was built in 1966, making it 59 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 2 over Dodson South Canal 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 US 2 over Dodson South Canal carry?
About 1,363 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.
How long is US 2 over Dodson South Canal?
The structure is 103 ft (31.4 m) long with a longest span of 50 ft (15.2 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.
Who owns US 2 over Dodson South Canal?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.