US Bridges

US 93 FH 19 over E Fork Bitterroot River

Good

Ravalli County, Montana · S Sula · Structure no. P00007015+01901

Built
2003
22 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
205 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
1,099
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 93 FH 19 over E Fork Bitterroot River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 93 FH 19 over E Fork Bitterroot River in Ravalli 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 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 1,099 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,154 by 2043. The structure is 205 ft (62.5 m) long and 41 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 123.7 mi (199 km).

CarriesUS 93 FH 19
CrossesE Fork Bitterroot River
LocationS Sula
RouteU.S. Route 93
StateMontana
Coordinates45.85124, -114.01721
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating59 US tons
Inventory rating38 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length205 ft (62.5 m)
Longest span102 ft (31.2 m)
Deck width41 ft (12.6 m)
Roadway width39 ft (11.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,099 (2023)
Projected traffic1,154 by 2043
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed123.7 mi (199 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 93 FH 19 over E Fork Bitterroot River built?

It was built in 2003, making it 22 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 93 FH 19 over E Fork Bitterroot River 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 July 2024.

How much traffic does US 93 FH 19 over E Fork Bitterroot River carry?

About 1,099 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is US 93 FH 19 over E Fork Bitterroot River?

The structure is 205 ft (62.5 m) long with a longest span of 102 ft (31.2 m) and a deck 41 ft wide.

Who owns US 93 FH 19 over E Fork Bitterroot River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.