US Highway 83 over Creek
FairBottineau County, North Dakota · 5 West of N.D. HWY 5 · Structure no. 0083248343
- Built
- 1952
- 73 years old, rebuilt 2021
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 25 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 720
- 2019 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US Highway 83 over Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US Highway 83 over Creek in Bottineau County, North Dakota. It was built in 1952 and reconstructed in 2021, so it is 73 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 720 vehicles a day, roughly 18% of them trucks, projected to reach 720 by 2039. The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 Creek built?
It was built in 1952, making it 73 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2021.
What condition is US Highway 83 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 October 2024.
How much traffic does US Highway 83 over Creek carry?
About 720 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 18% are trucks.
How long is US Highway 83 over Creek?
The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).
Who owns US Highway 83 over Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.