Artist Point Road over Yellowstone River
FairPark County, Wyoming · 2 Mi. S. of Canyon Jct. · Structure no. 1570020P0000000
- Built
- 1962
- 63 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Arch - Deck
- Concrete
- Length
- 148 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 2,000
- 2019 count
- Owner
- Federal
- National Park Service
About this bridge
Artist Point Road over Yellowstone River is a concrete arch - deck carrying Artist Point Road over Yellowstone River in Park County, Wyoming. It was built in 1962, so it is 63 years old, older than the Wyoming average of 48.4 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.
It carries about 2,000 vehicles a day, roughly 20% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,000 by 2039. The structure is 148 ft (45.1 m) long and 36 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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Artist Point Road over Yellowstone River built?
It was built in 1962, making it 63 years old in 2025.
What condition is Artist Point Road over Yellowstone 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 September 2024.
How much traffic does Artist Point Road over Yellowstone River carry?
About 2,000 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 20% are trucks.
How long is Artist Point Road over Yellowstone River?
The structure is 148 ft (45.1 m) long with a longest span of 117 ft (35.8 m) and a deck 36 ft wide.
Who owns Artist Point Road over Yellowstone River?
It is owned by the National Park Service.