US 89 over Matchett Coulee
GoodPondera County, Montana · 1M SE Dupuyer · Structure no. P00003073+05091
- Built
- 2006
- 19 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected January 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 30 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 518
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 89 over Matchett Coulee is a concrete culvert carrying US 89 over Matchett Coulee in Pondera County, Montana. It was built in 2006, so it is 19 years old, younger 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 518 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 544 by 2043. The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 64 mi (103 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 89 over Matchett Coulee built?
It was built in 2006, making it 19 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 89 over Matchett 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 January 2024.
How much traffic does US 89 over Matchett Coulee carry?
About 518 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is US 89 over Matchett Coulee?
The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).
Who owns US 89 over Matchett Coulee?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.