Houghton Creek RD over Fisher River 086
FairLincoln County, Montana · 12M W Happy`s Inn · Structure no. L27313000+01001
- Built
- 1985
- 40 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Channel Beam
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 55 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 100
- 2025 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Houghton Creek RD over Fisher River 086 is a prestressed concrete channel beam carrying Houghton Creek RD over Fisher River 086 in Lincoln County, Montana. It was built in 1985, so it is 40 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 55 ft (16.8 m) long and 15 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 123.7 mi (199 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 Houghton Creek RD over Fisher River 086 built?
It was built in 1985, making it 40 years old in 2025.
What condition is Houghton Creek RD over Fisher River 086 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 October 2024.
How much traffic does Houghton Creek RD over Fisher River 086 carry?
About 100 vehicles per day (2025 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.
How long is Houghton Creek RD over Fisher River 086?
The structure is 55 ft (16.8 m) long with a longest span of 54 ft (16.5 m) and a deck 15 ft wide.
Who owns Houghton Creek RD over Fisher River 086?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.