US Highway 83 over Spring Creek
FairBottineau County, North Dakota · 11 South N.D. HWY 5 · Structure no. 0083225798
- Built
- 1966
- 59 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 31 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,920
- 2019 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US Highway 83 over Spring Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US Highway 83 over Spring Creek in Bottineau 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 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 1,920 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,920 by 2039. The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 60.3 mi (97 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 83 over Spring Creek built?
It was built in 1966, making it 59 years old in 2025.
What condition is US Highway 83 over Spring 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 October 2023.
How much traffic does US Highway 83 over Spring Creek carry?
About 1,920 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is US Highway 83 over Spring Creek?
The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns US Highway 83 over Spring Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.