S 24 over Galpin Coulee
GoodValley County, Montana · 4M NW Fort Peck · Structure no. P00042063+04091
- Built
- 1993
- 32 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Steel
- Length
- 28 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 767
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
S 24 over Galpin Coulee is a steel culvert carrying S 24 over Galpin Coulee in Valley County, Montana. It was built in 1993, so it is 32 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 767 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 805 by 2043. The structure is 28 ft (8.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 39.8 mi (64 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was S 24 over Galpin Coulee built?
It was built in 1993, making it 32 years old in 2025.
What condition is S 24 over Galpin Coulee 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 May 2024.
How much traffic does S 24 over Galpin Coulee carry?
About 767 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.
How long is S 24 over Galpin Coulee?
The structure is 28 ft (8.4 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.4 m).
Who owns S 24 over Galpin Coulee?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.