I 15 over Big Hole River

Fair Condition53 years old1,926 vehicles/day

Location

StateMontana
CountyMadison
Location7.4m S Melrose
CarriesI 15
CrossesBig Hole River
Coordinates45.53059, -112.70374

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck6 (Satisfactory)
Superstructure6 (Satisfactory)
Substructure6 (Satisfactory)
Channel/Waterway7 (Good)
Scour Critical5 — Stable for scour

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel Continuous
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length452.8 ft (138 m)
Max Span115.2 ft (35.1 m)
Deck Width44.0 ft (13.4 m)
Deck Area1849.2 sq m
Main Spans3
Year Built1973

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic1,926 (2023)
Truck Traffic24%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection124
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure NumberI00015085+06652

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