US HWY 91 N over Pondera Canal 081
FairPondera County, Montana · 8M N Conrad · Structure no. L37302008+00001
- Built
- 1931
- 94 years old, rebuilt 1951
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete
- Length
- 66 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 511
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US HWY 91 N over Pondera Canal 081 is a concrete tee beam carrying US HWY 91 N over Pondera Canal 081 in Pondera County, Montana. It was built in 1931 and reconstructed in 1951, 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 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 511 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 539 by 2043. The structure is 66 ft (20.1 m) long and 31 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US HWY 91 N over Pondera Canal 081 built?
It was built in 1931, making it 94 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1951.
What condition is US HWY 91 N over Pondera Canal 081 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 November 2024.
How much traffic does US HWY 91 N over Pondera Canal 081 carry?
About 511 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.
How long is US HWY 91 N over Pondera Canal 081?
The structure is 66 ft (20.1 m) long with a longest span of 31 ft (9.6 m) and a deck 31 ft wide.
Who owns US HWY 91 N over Pondera Canal 081?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.