RD 763 over Fisher River
PoorLincoln County, Montana · Fisher River · Structure no. 011406000000172
- Built
- 1969
- 56 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected September 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Wood or Timber
- Length
- 169 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 50
- Owner
- Federal
- U.S. Forest Service
About this bridge
RD 763 over Fisher River is a wood or timber stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying RD 763 over Fisher River in Lincoln County, Montana. It was built in 1969, so it is 56 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 50 vehicles a day, projected to reach 75 by 2045. The structure is 169 ft (51.5 m) long and 30 ft wide.
Location
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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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was RD 763 over Fisher River built?
It was built in 1969, making it 56 years old in 2025.
What condition is RD 763 over Fisher River 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 September 2023.
How much traffic does RD 763 over Fisher River carry?
About 50 vehicles per day (latest count).
How long is RD 763 over Fisher River?
The structure is 169 ft (51.5 m) long with a longest span of 42 ft (12.7 m) and a deck 30 ft wide.
Who owns RD 763 over Fisher River?
It is owned by the U.S. Forest Service and maintained by the Private (other than railroad).