US 191 over Rye Creek

Poor Condition79 years old661 vehicles/day

Location

StateMontana
CountySweet Grass
Location2m S Melville
CarriesUS 191
CrossesRye Creek
Coordinates46.07714, -109.93576

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionPoor
Deck7 (Good)
Superstructure7 (Good)
Substructure4 (Poor)
Channel/Waterway8 (Very Good)
Scour Critical5 — Stable for scour

Physical Characteristics

MaterialWood or Timber
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length57.7 ft (17.6 m)
Max Span19.0 ft (5.8 m)
Deck Width25.9 ft (7.9 m)
Deck Area139.0 sq m
Main Spans3
Year Built1947

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic661 (2023)
Truck Traffic12%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last InspectionOctober 2023
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure NumberP00045018+01381

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