US Bridges

Bismarck Expwy over Hay Creek

Good

Burleigh County, North Dakota · 2 South of Exit 161 · Structure no. 0810004926

Built
1984
41 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2021
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
55 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
6,900
2019 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Bismarck Expwy over Hay Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Bismarck Expwy over Hay Creek in Burleigh County, North Dakota. It was built in 1984, so it is 41 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 6,900 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,900 by 2039. The structure is 55 ft (16.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesBismarck Expwy
CrossesHay Creek
Location2 South of Exit 161
RouteState Highway 810
Coordinates46.80061, -100.73313
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJuly 2021
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating83.1 US tons
Inventory rating49.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length55 ft (16.8 m)
Longest span13 ft (4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic6,900 (2019)
Projected traffic6,900 by 2039
Trucks7%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Bismarck Expwy over Hay Creek built?

It was built in 1984, making it 41 years old in 2025.

What condition is Bismarck Expwy over Hay 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 2021.

How much traffic does Bismarck Expwy over Hay Creek carry?

About 6,900 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is Bismarck Expwy over Hay Creek?

The structure is 55 ft (16.8 m) long with a longest span of 13 ft (4 m).

Who owns Bismarck Expwy over Hay Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.