CO RD 002 FH 73 over Wise River 020
FairBeaverhead County, Montana · 12M S Wise River · Structure no. L01002012+03001
- Built
- 1971
- 54 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 146 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 224
- 2023 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
CO RD 002 FH 73 over Wise River 020 is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying CO RD 002 FH 73 over Wise River 020 in Beaverhead County, Montana. It was built in 1971, so it is 54 years old, older than the Montana average of 47 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 224 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 240 by 2043. The structure is 146 ft (44.5 m) long and 36 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 100 mi (161 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was CO RD 002 FH 73 over Wise River 020 built?
It was built in 1971, making it 54 years old in 2025.
What condition is CO RD 002 FH 73 over Wise River 020 in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in May 2024.
How much traffic does CO RD 002 FH 73 over Wise River 020 carry?
About 224 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.
How long is CO RD 002 FH 73 over Wise River 020?
The structure is 146 ft (44.5 m) long with a longest span of 73 ft (22.3 m) and a deck 36 ft wide.
Who owns CO RD 002 FH 73 over Wise River 020?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.