Interstate 29 over Drainage Ditch
FairCass County, North Dakota · 0.3 North of Argusville · Structure no. 0029078797
- Built
- 1968
- 57 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 26 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 9,000
- 2019 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Interstate 29 over Drainage Ditch is a concrete culvert carrying Interstate 29 over Drainage Ditch in Cass County, North Dakota. It was built in 1968, so it is 57 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 9,000 vehicles a day, roughly 19% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,000 by 2039. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 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 Interstate 29 over Drainage Ditch built?
It was built in 1968, making it 57 years old in 2025.
What condition is Interstate 29 over Drainage Ditch 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 July 2023.
How much traffic does Interstate 29 over Drainage Ditch carry?
About 9,000 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 19% are trucks.
How long is Interstate 29 over Drainage Ditch?
The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).
Who owns Interstate 29 over Drainage Ditch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.