Browns Bridge RD over Big Hole River 123

Poor Condition111 years old100 vehicles/day

Location

StateMontana
CountyBeaverhead
Location6.2m S Melrose
CarriesBrowns Bridge RD
CrossesBig Hole River 123
Coordinates45.54731, -112.69344

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionPoor
Deck5 (Fair)
Superstructure4 (Poor)
Substructure4 (Poor)
Channel/Waterway6 (Satisfactory)
Scour Critical2 — Bridge closed (monitoring)

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel
DesignTruss - Thru
Total Length174.9 ft (53.3 m)
Max Span174.9 ft (53.3 m)
Deck Width16.1 ft (4.9 m)
Deck Area261.2 sq m
Main Spans1
Year Built1915

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic100 (2025)
Truck Traffic3%
Lanes On Bridge1

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection724
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure NumberL01320003+01001

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