US 87 over Drainage
PoorFergus County, Montana · 3M NW Grass Range · Structure no. P00057110+05841
- Built
- 1939
- 86 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Wood or Timber
- Length
- 58 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,067
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 87 over Drainage is a wood or timber stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 87 over Drainage in Fergus County, Montana. It was built in 1939, so it is 86 years old, older than the Montana average of 47 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
It carries about 1,067 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,120 by 2043. The structure is 58 ft (17.6 m) long and 30 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 123.7 mi (199 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 87 over Drainage built?
It was built in 1939, making it 86 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 87 over Drainage in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in October 2024.
How much traffic does US 87 over Drainage carry?
About 1,067 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.
How long is US 87 over Drainage?
The structure is 58 ft (17.6 m) long with a longest span of 19 ft (5.8 m) and a deck 30 ft wide.
Who owns US 87 over Drainage?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.