Nd Highway 5 over West Branch Short Creek
FairBurke County, North Dakota · 4 East of Noonan · Structure no. 0005052513
- Built
- 1967
- 58 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 21 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 390
- 2019 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Nd Highway 5 over West Branch Short Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Nd Highway 5 over West Branch Short Creek in Burke County, North Dakota. It was built in 1967, so it is 58 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 390 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 390 by 2039. The structure is 21 ft (6.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 46 mi (74 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Nd Highway 5 over West Branch Short Creek built?
It was built in 1967, making it 58 years old in 2025.
What condition is Nd Highway 5 over West Branch Short 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 Nd Highway 5 over West Branch Short Creek carry?
About 390 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.
How long is Nd Highway 5 over West Branch Short Creek?
The structure is 21 ft (6.3 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns Nd Highway 5 over West Branch Short Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.