US Highway 5 over Creek
FairBottineau County, North Dakota · 1 West of N.D. HWY 60 · Structure no. 0005182971
- Built
- 1947
- 78 years old, rebuilt 2005
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 21 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,480
- 2019 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US Highway 5 over Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US Highway 5 over Creek in Bottineau County, North Dakota. It was built in 1947 and reconstructed in 2005, so it is 78 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 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 1,480 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,480 by 2039. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 19.9 mi (32 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US Highway 5 over Creek built?
It was built in 1947, making it 78 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2005.
What condition is US Highway 5 over 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 November 2024.
How much traffic does US Highway 5 over Creek carry?
About 1,480 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.
How long is US Highway 5 over Creek?
The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns US Highway 5 over Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.