Horse CR RD over Shields River 021
FairPosted for loadPark County, Montana · E Wilsall-Horse CR RD · Structure no. L34008000+03001
- Built
- 1986
- 39 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Truss - Thru
- Steel
- Length
- 105 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 100
- 2025 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Horse CR RD over Shields River 021 is a steel truss - thru carrying Horse CR RD over Shields River 021 in Park County, Montana. It was built in 1986, so it is 39 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 100 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 100 by 2040. The structure is 105 ft (32 m) long and 24 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Horse CR RD over Shields River 021 built?
It was built in 1986, making it 39 years old in 2025.
What condition is Horse CR RD over Shields River 021 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 June 2024.
How much traffic does Horse CR RD over Shields River 021 carry?
About 100 vehicles per day (2025 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.
How long is Horse CR RD over Shields River 021?
The structure is 105 ft (32 m) long with a longest span of 104 ft (31.7 m) and a deck 24 ft wide.
Who owns Horse CR RD over Shields River 021?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.