David Thompson Brg over Kootenai River D/s Dam

Fair Condition59 years old100 vehicles/day

Location

StateMontana
CountyLincoln
LocationLibby Dam Montana
CarriesDavid Thompson Brg
CrossesKootenai River D/s Dam
Coordinates48.40639, -115.31694

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck6 (Satisfactory)
Superstructure7 (Good)
Substructure7 (Good)
Channel/Waterway8 (Very Good)
Scour Critical8 — Stable, low risk

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel Continuous
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length488.8 ft (149 m)
Max Span96.8 ft (29.5 m)
Deck Width35.8 ft (10.9 m)
Deck Area1624.1 sq m
Main Spans5
Year Built1967 (reconstructed 1982)

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic100 (2022)
Truck Traffic10%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection824
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerCorps of Engineers
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure NumberCEPNWSMT1SGLI01

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