Meridian RD over Pondera Coulee 015
GoodPondera County, Montana · 12M NE Brady · Structure no. L37231001+08001
- Built
- 1960
- 65 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected December 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete
- Length
- 41 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 100
- 2025 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Meridian RD over Pondera Coulee 015 is a concrete slab carrying Meridian RD over Pondera Coulee 015 in Pondera County, Montana. It was built in 1960, so it is 65 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 100 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 100 by 2040. The structure is 41 ft (12.5 m) long and 27 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).
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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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| 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 Meridian RD over Pondera Coulee 015 built?
It was built in 1960, making it 65 years old in 2025.
What condition is Meridian RD over Pondera Coulee 015 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 2023.
How much traffic does Meridian RD over Pondera Coulee 015 carry?
About 100 vehicles per day (2025 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.
How long is Meridian RD over Pondera Coulee 015?
The structure is 41 ft (12.5 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6.1 m) and a deck 27 ft wide.
Who owns Meridian RD over Pondera Coulee 015?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.