I 15 over Bell Creek
FairSilver Bow County, Montana · W Oregon Ave Overpass · Structure no. 000000202408081
- Built
- 1963
- 62 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Steel
- Length
- 32 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 19,755
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
I 15 over Bell Creek is a steel culvert carrying I 15 over Bell Creek in Silver Bow County, Montana. It was built in 1963, so it is 62 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 19,755 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 21,138 by 2043. The structure is 32 ft (9.7 m) long.
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 I 15 over Bell Creek built?
It was built in 1963, making it 62 years old in 2025.
What condition is I 15 over Bell Creek 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 November 2024.
How much traffic does I 15 over Bell Creek carry?
About 19,755 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.
How long is I 15 over Bell Creek?
The structure is 32 ft (9.7 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.2 m).
Who owns I 15 over Bell Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.