Orchard DR over Blodgett Creek 013
FairRavalli County, Montana · 2M N Hamilton · Structure no. L41098000+06001
- Built
- 1987
- 38 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected September 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Steel
- Length
- 30 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 100
- 2025 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Orchard DR over Blodgett Creek 013 is a steel culvert carrying Orchard DR over Blodgett Creek 013 in Ravalli County, Montana. It was built in 1987, so it is 38 years old, younger 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 30 ft (9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Orchard DR over Blodgett Creek 013 built?
It was built in 1987, making it 38 years old in 2025.
What condition is Orchard DR over Blodgett Creek 013 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 September 2023.
How much traffic does Orchard DR over Blodgett Creek 013 carry?
About 100 vehicles per day (2025 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.
How long is Orchard DR over Blodgett Creek 013?
The structure is 30 ft (9 m) long with a longest span of 24 ft (7.3 m).
Who owns Orchard DR over Blodgett Creek 013?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.