Fountain Freight R over Firehole River
PoorClosed to trafficTeton County, Wyoming · 12 +/- Mi. South of Madis · Structure no. 1570060S0000000
- Built
- 1925
- 100 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Truss - Thru
- Steel
- Length
- 67 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 10
- 2019 count
- Owner
- Federal
- National Park Service
About this bridge
Fountain Freight R over Firehole River is a steel truss - thru carrying Fountain Freight R over Firehole River in Teton County, Wyoming. It was built in 1925, so it is 100 years old, older than the Wyoming average of 48.4 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: closed to all traffic.
It carries about 10 vehicles a day, projected to reach 12 by 2039. The structure is 67 ft (20.3 m) long and 16 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).
Location
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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 | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Fountain Freight R over Firehole River built?
It was built in 1925, making it 100 years old in 2025.
What condition is Fountain Freight R over Firehole River 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 September 2024.
How much traffic does Fountain Freight R over Firehole River carry?
About 10 vehicles per day (2019 count).
How long is Fountain Freight R over Firehole River?
The structure is 67 ft (20.3 m) long with a longest span of 67 ft (20.3 m) and a deck 16 ft wide.
Who owns Fountain Freight R over Firehole River?
It is owned by the National Park Service.