Indian Prairie Lp over Big Creek 016
FairRavalli County, Montana · 3M N Victor · Structure no. L41006003+08001
- Built
- 1973
- 52 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected August 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Steel
- Length
- 31 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 100
- 2025 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Indian Prairie Lp over Big Creek 016 is a steel culvert carrying Indian Prairie Lp over Big Creek 016 in Ravalli County, Montana. It was built in 1973, so it is 52 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 100 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 100 by 2040. The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).
Location
No coordinates are recorded for this structure.
Condition and inspection
The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Indian Prairie Lp over Big Creek 016 built?
It was built in 1973, making it 52 years old in 2025.
What condition is Indian Prairie Lp over Big Creek 016 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 August 2023.
How much traffic does Indian Prairie Lp over Big Creek 016 carry?
About 100 vehicles per day (2025 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.
How long is Indian Prairie Lp over Big Creek 016?
The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long with a longest span of 30 ft (9.1 m).
Who owns Indian Prairie Lp over Big Creek 016?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.