FHWA NBI 2024 Inspection record Public-domain dataset

RIVERSIDE RANCH RD

Carrying RIVERSIDE RANCH RD over JUDITH RIVER 012

3M W HOBSON, Judith Basin, Montana

Data updated May 2026

FHWA NBI record, refreshed with each annual release.

Fair
12 t Inventory load rating

Bridge Snapshot: RIVERSIDE RANCH RD

The RIVERSIDE RANCH RD bridge in Judith Basin, Montana carries RIVERSIDE RANCH RD over JUDITH RIVER 012. It was built in 1940, making it 86 years old today. The structure is built primarily of wood or timber and spans 3 sections, stretching 25.4 meters (83 feet) end to end. Daily traffic averages 100 vehicles, placing it in the lower-traffic tier of Montana bridges. It is owned and maintained by County Highway Agency.

The latest FHWA inspection records show a deck rating of 7/9, superstructure at 5/9, substructure at 5/9. The weakest component sits in fair condition. All reported major components score above the Poor range. Its NBI inventory load rating is 11.8 metric tons.

Sourced from the FHWA National Bridge Inventory. See our methodology for refresh cadence and NBI release vintage.

How RIVERSIDE RANCH RD compares

▼ 18.9
Load rating vs Montana average (30.7 t)
Bottom 5%
Lower load rating than 95% of Montana bridges
48
Bridges in Judith Basin · 6 in Poor condition
RIVERSIDE RANCH RD 11.8 t
Montana average 30.7 t

Live comparison across Montana.

Historical Sufficiency Rating

PlainBridge-computed
38.2 / 100 - historical 20–49.9 band
Structural adequacy /55
14.6
Serviceability /30
8.7
Essentiality /15
14.9
Special reductions
0

FHWA discontinued this calculated item; it does not determine current condition, funding eligibility, posting, or closure. How the historical reference is calculated.

Condition Ratings

Deck
7/9
Good (7–9)
Superstructure
5/9
Fair (5–6)
Substructure
5/9
Fair (5–6)
Inventory Load Rating
11.8 t
NBI inventory level (metric tons)
Overall Condition
Fair

Full 0–9 scale + sufficiency-rating breakdown: how condition ratings work.

Structural Details

Year Built
1940
Material
Wood or Timber
Number of Spans
3
Structure Length
25.4 m (83 ft)
Deck Width
6.1 m (20 ft)
Owner
County Highway Agency
Avg Daily Traffic
100 vehicles/day
Structure Number
L23040000+02001

Condition Analysis

  • At 7/9, the deck (driving surface) is in good shape and shows no significant wear.
  • The superstructure (beams and supports above the deck) is in fair condition (5/9), with minor deterioration that may require routine maintenance.
  • At 5/9, the substructure (piers and abutments) shows fair condition, with minor wear flagged for upkeep.

How to read this record

This page shows what the last federal inspection recorded, not whether RIVERSIDE RANCH RD is safe to cross today. Here is how to use it.

  • NBI condition ratings reflect the latest record in this annual dataset, not a live status. Current routine inspection intervals are risk-based.
  • Learn how the 0–9 condition scale and Good/Fair/Poor categories are defined. How condition ratings work
  • Compare RIVERSIDE RANCH RD against other structures in Judith Basin and across Montana. Montana bridges
  • Noticed visible damage or a safety concern? Report it to the agency that owns the bridge, or call 911 in an emergency. How to report a bridge

Condition codes come straight from the FHWA National Bridge Inventory and are not a real-time safety judgment. Only the owning agency, a state DOT, county, or other owner, can post, restrict, or close a bridge.

Frequently Asked Questions

What do the condition ratings mean for RIVERSIDE RANCH RD?

RIVERSIDE RANCH RD in Judith Basin, Montana has a deck rating of 7/9, superstructure rating of 5/9, and substructure rating of 5/9 on the FHWA's 0–9 scale.

How often is RIVERSIDE RANCH RD inspected?

RIVERSIDE RANCH RD's responsible agency sets its routine interval under FHWA's risk-based inspection rules; this page does not expose the scheduled interval. It carries about 100 vehicles per day.

What does “structurally deficient” mean in older bridge reports?

FHWA retired that reported status beginning with the 2018 archive. RIVERSIDE RANCH RD is currently shown as Fair condition from its component ratings; that category is not a live closure or safety decision.

What is the inventory load rating for RIVERSIDE RANCH RD?

RIVERSIDE RANCH RD has an NBI inventory load rating of 11.8 metric tons.

Who is responsible for maintaining RIVERSIDE RANCH RD?

RIVERSIDE RANCH RD is owned and maintained by County Highway Agency.

How old is RIVERSIDE RANCH RD and does age affect safety?

RIVERSIDE RANCH RD was built in 1940, making it 86 years old.

Disclaimer: Bridge condition data is from the FHWA NBI and reflects the last reported inspection. A Poor condition rating is not a live declaration that a bridge is closed or unsafe for travel. For current closure, posting, or safety information, contact the responsible transportation agency.

Data sourced from the Federal Highway Administration National Bridge Inventory. See our methodology for details. Retrieved and formatted by PlainBridges

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