US Bridges

US 2 over Fisher River

Good

Lincoln County, Montana · 2M W Happy`s Inn · Structure no. P00001071+01701

Built
1997
28 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
75 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
1,455
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 1997, so it is 28 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 1,455 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,571 by 2043. The structure is 75 ft (22.9 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 119.9 mi (193 km).

CarriesUS 2
CrossesFisher River
Location2M W Happy`s Inn
RouteU.S. Route 2
StateMontana
Coordinates48.08716, -115.16367
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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 evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating52 US tons
Inventory rating35.1 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length75 ft (22.9 m)
Longest span75 ft (22.9 m)
Deck width42 ft (12.9 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,455 (2023)
Projected traffic1,571 by 2043
Trucks6%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed119.9 mi (193 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState 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 US 2 over Fisher River built?

It was built in 1997, making it 28 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 2 over Fisher River 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 US 2 over Fisher River carry?

About 1,455 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

How long is US 2 over Fisher River?

The structure is 75 ft (22.9 m) long with a longest span of 75 ft (22.9 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.

Who owns US 2 over Fisher River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.