High Ore RD over Boulder River 038
FairJefferson County, Montana · 3M E Basin · Structure no. L22099005+01001
- Built
- 1980
- 45 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected April 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 88 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 100
- 2025 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
High Ore RD over Boulder River 038 is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying High Ore RD over Boulder River 038 in Jefferson County, Montana. It was built in 1980, so it is 45 years old, younger 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 100 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 100 by 2040. The structure is 88 ft (26.7 m) long and 32 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 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 | 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 High Ore RD over Boulder River 038 built?
It was built in 1980, making it 45 years old in 2025.
What condition is High Ore RD over Boulder River 038 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 April 2023.
How much traffic does High Ore RD over Boulder River 038 carry?
About 100 vehicles per day (2025 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.
How long is High Ore RD over Boulder River 038?
The structure is 88 ft (26.7 m) long with a longest span of 85 ft (25.9 m) and a deck 32 ft wide.
Who owns High Ore RD over Boulder River 038?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.