US 191 over Fish Creek
PoorPosted for loadWheatland County, Montana · 14M S Harlowton · Structure no. P00045029+01551
- Built
- 1942
- 83 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Wood or Timber
- Length
- 114 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 661
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 191 over Fish Creek is a wood or timber stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 191 over Fish Creek in Wheatland County, Montana. It was built in 1942, so it is 83 years old, older than the Montana average of 47 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 661 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 694 by 2043. The structure is 114 ft (34.7 m) long and 26 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 123.7 mi (199 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 191 over Fish Creek built?
It was built in 1942, making it 83 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 191 over Fish Creek in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in October 2024.
How much traffic does US 191 over Fish Creek carry?
About 661 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.
How long is US 191 over Fish Creek?
The structure is 114 ft (34.7 m) long with a longest span of 25 ft (7.6 m) and a deck 26 ft wide.
Who owns US 191 over Fish Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.