US 89 over Shields River
FairPark County, Montana · 4M SE Clyde Park · Structure no. P00059011+02601
- Built
- 1984
- 41 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected August 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 169 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,457
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 89 over Shields River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 89 over Shields River in Park County, Montana. It was built in 1984, so it is 41 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 1,457 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,530 by 2043. The structure is 169 ft (51.5 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 72.1 mi (116 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 89 over Shields River built?
It was built in 1984, making it 41 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 89 over Shields 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 August 2023.
How much traffic does US 89 over Shields River carry?
About 1,457 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.
How long is US 89 over Shields River?
The structure is 169 ft (51.5 m) long with a longest span of 65 ft (19.8 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.
Who owns US 89 over Shields River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.