IRR - US 2 over Bear Creek
Fair Condition60 years old2,025 vehicles/day
Location
| State | Montana |
| County | Flathead |
| Location | 5m SE Essex |
| Carries | IRR - US 2 |
| Crosses | Bear Creek |
| Coordinates | 48.23684, -113.53018 |
Condition Ratings
| Overall Condition | Fair |
| Deck | 6 (Satisfactory) |
| Superstructure | 6 (Satisfactory) |
| Substructure | 6 (Satisfactory) |
| Channel/Waterway | 8 (Very Good) |
| Scour Critical | 8 — Stable, low risk |
Physical Characteristics
| Material | Prestressed Concrete |
| Design | Stringer/Multi-beam |
| Total Length | 124.0 ft (37.8 m) |
| Max Span | 41.0 ft (12.5 m) |
| Deck Width | 37.1 ft (11.3 m) |
| Deck Area | 427.1 sq m |
| Main Spans | 3 |
| Year Built | 1966 |
Traffic
| Avg Daily Traffic | 2,025 (2023) |
| Truck Traffic | 5% |
| Lanes On Bridge | 2 |
Inspection & Ownership
| Last Inspection | 723 |
| Inspection Frequency | Every 24 months |
| Owner | State Highway Agency |
| Historical Significance | Bridge is not eligible for the National Register |
| Structure Number | P00001186+05011 |