Scenic Loop Drive over Paddock Creek
GoodBillings County, North Dakota · Scenic Loop Drive Milepos · Structure no. 1540004P0000000
- Built
- 1966
- 59 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected January 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 21 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 200
- 2013 count
- Owner
- Federal
- National Park Service
About this bridge
Scenic Loop Drive over Paddock Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Scenic Loop Drive over Paddock Creek in Billings County, North Dakota. It was built in 1966, so it is 59 years old, older than the North Dakota average of 48.2 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 200 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 500 by 2033. The structure is 21 ft (6.5 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 24.9 mi (40 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Scenic Loop Drive over Paddock Creek built?
It was built in 1966, making it 59 years old in 2025.
What condition is Scenic Loop Drive over Paddock Creek in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in January 2024.
How much traffic does Scenic Loop Drive over Paddock Creek carry?
About 200 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.
How long is Scenic Loop Drive over Paddock Creek?
The structure is 21 ft (6.5 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns Scenic Loop Drive over Paddock Creek?
It is owned by the National Park Service.