US 2 over Bear Creek
FairValley County, Montana · 9M E Hinsdale · Structure no. P00001522+04971
- Built
- 1996
- 29 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 147 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,209
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 2 over Bear Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 2 over Bear Creek in Valley County, Montana. It was built in 1996, so it is 29 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 1,209 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,269 by 2043. The structure is 147 ft (44.8 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 123.7 mi (199 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| 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 2 over Bear Creek built?
It was built in 1996, making it 29 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 2 over Bear Creek 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 Bear Creek carry?
About 1,209 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.
How long is US 2 over Bear Creek?
The structure is 147 ft (44.8 m) long with a longest span of 72 ft (21.9 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.
Who owns US 2 over Bear Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.