E Fork RD over E Fork Bitterroot R 009
FairPosted for loadRavalli County, Montana · 14M NE Sula · Structure no. L41601014+01001
- Built
- 1947
- 78 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected August 2023
- Type
- Girder and Floorbeam System
- Steel
- Length
- 84 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 309
- 2023 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
E Fork RD over E Fork Bitterroot R 009 is a steel girder and floorbeam system carrying E Fork RD over E Fork Bitterroot R 009 in Ravalli County, Montana. It was built in 1947, so it is 78 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 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 309 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 331 by 2043. The structure is 84 ft (25.6 m) long and 25 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 123.7 mi (199 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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was E Fork RD over E Fork Bitterroot R 009 built?
It was built in 1947, making it 78 years old in 2025.
What condition is E Fork RD over E Fork Bitterroot R 009 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 E Fork RD over E Fork Bitterroot R 009 carry?
About 309 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.
How long is E Fork RD over E Fork Bitterroot R 009?
The structure is 84 ft (25.6 m) long with a longest span of 50 ft (15.2 m) and a deck 25 ft wide.
Who owns E Fork RD over E Fork Bitterroot R 009?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.