US Bridges

US Highway 10 over Sheyenne River

Good

Cass County, North Dakota · In West Fargo · Structure no. 0010934484

Built
2016
9 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
31 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
13,780
2017 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US Highway 10 over Sheyenne River is a concrete culvert carrying US Highway 10 over Sheyenne River in Cass County, North Dakota. It was built in 2016, so it is 9 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 13,780 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 13,780 by 2037. The structure is 31 ft (9.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesUS Highway 10
CrossesSheyenne River
LocationIn West Fargo
RouteU.S. Route 10
Coordinates46.87694, -96.90727
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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJune 2024
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating110.1 US tons
Inventory rating110.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length31 ft (9.3 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic13,780 (2017)
Projected traffic13,780 by 2037
Trucks7%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 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 proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$312,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US Highway 10 over Sheyenne River built?

It was built in 2016, making it 9 years old in 2025.

What condition is US Highway 10 over Sheyenne River 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 June 2024.

How much traffic does US Highway 10 over Sheyenne River carry?

About 13,780 vehicles per day (2017 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is US Highway 10 over Sheyenne River?

The structure is 31 ft (9.3 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).

Who owns US Highway 10 over Sheyenne River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.