Fs RTE 209 over Madison River
GoodMadison County, Montana · Madison River · Structure no. 010207000000053
- Built
- 1964
- 61 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2021
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 267 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 40
- 2018 count
- Owner
- Federal
- U.S. Forest Service
About this bridge
Fs RTE 209 over Madison River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Fs RTE 209 over Madison River in Madison County, Montana. It was built in 1964, so it is 61 years old, older 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 40 vehicles a day, projected to reach 60 by 2045. The structure is 267 ft (81.4 m) long and 29 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 98.2 mi (158 km).
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Fs RTE 209 over Madison River built?
It was built in 1964, making it 61 years old in 2025.
What condition is Fs RTE 209 over Madison 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 September 2021.
How much traffic does Fs RTE 209 over Madison River carry?
About 40 vehicles per day (2018 count).
How long is Fs RTE 209 over Madison River?
The structure is 267 ft (81.4 m) long with a longest span of 65 ft (19.8 m) and a deck 29 ft wide.
Who owns Fs RTE 209 over Madison River?
It is owned by the U.S. Forest Service.