US 2 over Whately Creek
FairValley County, Montana · 6M SE Glasgow · Structure no. P00001548+04231
- Built
- 1987
- 38 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Steel
- Length
- 36 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,967
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 2 over Whately Creek is a steel culvert carrying US 2 over Whately Creek in Valley County, Montana. It was built in 1987, so it is 38 years old, younger 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 1,967 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,065 by 2043. The structure is 36 ft (11 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 29.8 mi (48 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 US 2 over Whately Creek built?
It was built in 1987, making it 38 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 2 over Whately 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 May 2024.
How much traffic does US 2 over Whately Creek carry?
About 1,967 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.
How long is US 2 over Whately Creek?
The structure is 36 ft (11 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.8 m).
Who owns US 2 over Whately Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.