US Bridges

I 94 over Sep RR

Good

Treasure County, Montana · 18.6M E Bighorn · Structure no. I00094071+04801

Built
1973
52 years old
Condition
Good
inspected January 2024
Type
Culvert
Steel
Length
24 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
5,042
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

I 94 over Sep RR is a steel culvert carrying I 94 over Sep RR in Treasure County, Montana. It was built in 1973, so it is 52 years old, older 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 5,042 vehicles a day, roughly 25% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,294 by 2043. The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long and 280 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesI 94
CrossesSep RR
Location18.6M E Bighorn
RouteInterstate 94
StateMontana
Coordinates46.26327, -107.1496
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Interstate

Condition and inspection

Good

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJanuary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating110.1 US tons
Inventory rating110.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialSteel
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length24 ft (7.3 m)
Longest span24 ft (7.3 m)
Deck width280 ft (85.3 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,042 (2023)
Projected traffic5,294 by 2043
Trucks25%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$194,000
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was I 94 over Sep RR built?

It was built in 1973, making it 52 years old in 2025.

What condition is I 94 over Sep RR 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 January 2024.

How much traffic does I 94 over Sep RR carry?

About 5,042 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 25% are trucks.

How long is I 94 over Sep RR?

The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long with a longest span of 24 ft (7.3 m) and a deck 280 ft wide.

Who owns I 94 over Sep RR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.