US 2 over Fisher River
FairLincoln County, Montana · 14M W Happy`s Inn · Structure no. P00001057+01801
- Built
- 1987
- 38 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 184 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,429
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 2 over Fisher River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 2 over Fisher River in Lincoln County, Montana. It was built in 1987, so it is 38 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 5 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 1,429 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,543 by 2043. The structure is 184 ft (56.1 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 119.9 mi (193 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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| 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 US 2 over Fisher River built?
It was built in 1987, making it 38 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 2 over Fisher River 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 US 2 over Fisher River carry?
About 1,429 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is US 2 over Fisher River?
The structure is 184 ft (56.1 m) long with a longest span of 91 ft (27.7 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.
Who owns US 2 over Fisher River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.