I 15 over Pondera Coulee
GoodPondera County, Montana · 1M S Conrad · Structure no. I00015338+02051
- Built
- 1972
- 53 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected December 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 124 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,480
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
I 15 over Pondera Coulee is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying I 15 over Pondera Coulee in Pondera County, Montana. It was built in 1972, so it is 53 years old, older 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 1,480 vehicles a day, roughly 28% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,554 by 2043. The structure is 124 ft (37.8 m) long and 44 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
Location
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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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was I 15 over Pondera Coulee built?
It was built in 1972, making it 53 years old in 2025.
What condition is I 15 over Pondera Coulee 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 December 2024.
How much traffic does I 15 over Pondera Coulee carry?
About 1,480 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 28% are trucks.
How long is I 15 over Pondera Coulee?
The structure is 124 ft (37.8 m) long with a longest span of 61 ft (18.5 m) and a deck 44 ft wide.
Who owns I 15 over Pondera Coulee?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.