US Highway 12 over Buffalo Creek
GoodBowman County, North Dakota · 1 NW of Gascoyne · Structure no. 0012049205
- Built
- 2001
- 24 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2022
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 38 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 750
- 2019 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US Highway 12 over Buffalo Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US Highway 12 over Buffalo Creek in Bowman County, North Dakota. It was built in 2001, so it is 24 years old, younger 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 750 vehicles a day, roughly 21% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,030 by 2039. The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 47.8 mi (77 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US Highway 12 over Buffalo Creek built?
It was built in 2001, making it 24 years old in 2025.
What condition is US Highway 12 over Buffalo 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 July 2022.
How much traffic does US Highway 12 over Buffalo Creek carry?
About 750 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 21% are trucks.
How long is US Highway 12 over Buffalo Creek?
The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).
Who owns US Highway 12 over Buffalo Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.