S 44 over Irrigation Canal
GoodPondera County, Montana · 2M W Valier · Structure no. P00044011+06051
- Built
- 2003
- 22 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected January 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 30 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,097
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
S 44 over Irrigation Canal is a concrete culvert carrying S 44 over Irrigation Canal in Pondera County, Montana. It was built in 2003, so it is 22 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 1,097 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,185 by 2043. The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 65.2 mi (105 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was S 44 over Irrigation Canal built?
It was built in 2003, making it 22 years old in 2025.
What condition is S 44 over Irrigation Canal 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 S 44 over Irrigation Canal carry?
About 1,097 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is S 44 over Irrigation Canal?
The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m).
Who owns S 44 over Irrigation Canal?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.