US Bridges

Stillwater Riv RD over Stillwater River 026

Good

Stillwater County, Montana · 10M SW Absarokee · Structure no. L48193004+02001

Built
2009
16 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2023
Type
Tee Beam
Prestressed Concrete
Length
122 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
100
2025 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Stillwater Riv RD over Stillwater River 026 is a prestressed concrete tee beam carrying Stillwater Riv RD over Stillwater River 026 in Stillwater County, Montana. It was built in 2009, so it is 16 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 100 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 100 by 2040. The structure is 122 ft (37.2 m) long and 26 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 37.3 mi (60 km).

CarriesStillwater Riv RD
CrossesStillwater River 026
Location10M SW Absarokee
RouteCounty Highway 48201
StateMontana
Coordinates45.50324, -109.65267
Functional classRural Major Collector

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.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionAugust 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating36 US tons
Inventory rating25 US tons

Structure

Structure typeTee Beam
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length122 ft (37.2 m)
Longest span122 ft (37.2 m)
Deck width26 ft (8 m)
Roadway width24 ft (7.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic100 (2025)
Projected traffic100 by 2040
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed37.3 mi (60 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty 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 Stillwater Riv RD over Stillwater River 026 built?

It was built in 2009, making it 16 years old in 2025.

What condition is Stillwater Riv RD over Stillwater River 026 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 August 2023.

How much traffic does Stillwater Riv RD over Stillwater River 026 carry?

About 100 vehicles per day (2025 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is Stillwater Riv RD over Stillwater River 026?

The structure is 122 ft (37.2 m) long with a longest span of 122 ft (37.2 m) and a deck 26 ft wide.

Who owns Stillwater Riv RD over Stillwater River 026?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.