US 89 over Bear River
GoodBear Lake County, Idaho · 2.0 W. Montpelier · Structure no. 000000000016700
- Built
- 1973
- 52 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 129 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,500
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 89 over Bear River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 89 over Bear River in Bear Lake County, Idaho. It was built in 1973, so it is 52 years old, older than the Idaho average of 45.3 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 3,500 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,250 by 2042. The structure is 129 ft (39.3 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 89 over Bear River built?
It was built in 1973, making it 52 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 89 over Bear River in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in September 2023.
How much traffic does US 89 over Bear River carry?
About 3,500 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.
How long is US 89 over Bear River?
The structure is 129 ft (39.3 m) long with a longest span of 63 ft (19.2 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.
Who owns US 89 over Bear River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.