US Bridges

Mcginnis Meadows R over Fisher River 085

Good

Lincoln County, Montana · 7M W Happy`s Inn · Structure no. L27308003+05001

Built
1991
34 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2024
Type
Tee Beam
Prestressed Concrete
Length
61 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
100
2025 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Mcginnis Meadows R over Fisher River 085 is a prestressed concrete tee beam carrying Mcginnis Meadows R over Fisher River 085 in Lincoln County, Montana. It was built in 1991, so it is 34 years old, younger than the Montana average of 47 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 100 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 100 by 2040. The structure is 61 ft (18.6 m) long and 18 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 km).

CarriesMcginnis Meadows R
CrossesFisher River 085
Location7M W Happy`s Inn
RouteFederal Lands Road 27414
StateMontana
Coordinates48.04487, -115.28447
Functional classRural Minor Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating31.4 US tons
Inventory rating20 US tons

Structure

Structure typeTee Beam
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length61 ft (18.6 m)
Longest span59 ft (18 m)
Deck width18 ft (5.5 m)
Roadway width15 ft (4.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic100 (2025)
Projected traffic100 by 2040
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure1
Traffic directionOne-lane bridge for two-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.8 mi (11 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Mcginnis Meadows R over Fisher River 085 built?

It was built in 1991, making it 34 years old in 2025.

What condition is Mcginnis Meadows R over Fisher River 085 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 October 2024.

How much traffic does Mcginnis Meadows R over Fisher River 085 carry?

About 100 vehicles per day (2025 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is Mcginnis Meadows R over Fisher River 085?

The structure is 61 ft (18.6 m) long with a longest span of 59 ft (18 m) and a deck 18 ft wide.

Who owns Mcginnis Meadows R over Fisher River 085?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.