IRR - US 2 over Oswego Creek
FairValley County, Montana · 1M N Oswego · Structure no. P00001579+04911
- Built
- 1973
- 52 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 61 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,479
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
IRR - US 2 over Oswego Creek is a concrete continuous slab carrying IRR - US 2 over Oswego Creek in Valley 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 fair condition with a lowest component rating of 5 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 1,479 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,553 by 2043. The structure is 61 ft (18.6 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 123.7 mi (199 km).
Location
Open in Google MapsCondition and inspection
The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was IRR - US 2 over Oswego Creek built?
It was built in 1973, making it 52 years old in 2025.
What condition is IRR - US 2 over Oswego 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 IRR - US 2 over Oswego Creek carry?
About 1,479 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.
How long is IRR - US 2 over Oswego Creek?
The structure is 61 ft (18.6 m) long with a longest span of 23 ft (7 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.
Who owns IRR - US 2 over Oswego Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.