US Bridges

Interstate 29 over Borrow Ditch Crossing

Good

Cass County, North Dakota · 5 North of Nd 46 · Structure no. 0029053310 L

Built
2023
2 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
389 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
4,996
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Interstate 29 over Borrow Ditch Crossing is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Interstate 29 over Borrow Ditch Crossing in Cass County, North Dakota. It was built in 2023, so it is 2 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 4,996 vehicles a day, roughly 18% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,729 by 2040. The structure is 389 ft (118.6 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesInterstate 29
CrossesBorrow Ditch Crossing
Location5 North of Nd 46
RouteInterstate 29
Coordinates46.70444, -96.83085
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Interstate

Condition and inspection

Good

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Substructure9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Channel and channel protection9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Last inspectionAugust 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating64.3 US tons
Inventory rating42.9 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHL 93
Structure length389 ft (118.6 m)
Longest span127 ft (38.7 m)
Deck width42 ft (12.9 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,996 (2020)
Projected traffic6,729 by 2040
Trucks18%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

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 Interstate 29 over Borrow Ditch Crossing built?

It was built in 2023, making it 2 years old in 2025.

What condition is Interstate 29 over Borrow Ditch Crossing 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 August 2023.

How much traffic does Interstate 29 over Borrow Ditch Crossing carry?

About 4,996 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 18% are trucks.

How long is Interstate 29 over Borrow Ditch Crossing?

The structure is 389 ft (118.6 m) long with a longest span of 127 ft (38.7 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.

Who owns Interstate 29 over Borrow Ditch Crossing?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.