Nd Highway 5 over Tongue River
FairCavalier County, North Dakota · 5 West Nd 32 North · Structure no. 0005293820
- Built
- 1953
- 72 years old, rebuilt 1974
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 35 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 630
- 2019 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Nd Highway 5 over Tongue River is a concrete culvert carrying Nd Highway 5 over Tongue River in Cavalier County, North Dakota. It was built in 1953 and reconstructed in 1974, so it is 72 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 5 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 630 vehicles a day, roughly 17% of them trucks, projected to reach 630 by 2039. The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 18 mi (29 km).
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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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Nd Highway 5 over Tongue River built?
It was built in 1953, making it 72 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1974.
What condition is Nd Highway 5 over Tongue River 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 June 2024.
How much traffic does Nd Highway 5 over Tongue River carry?
About 630 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 17% are trucks.
How long is Nd Highway 5 over Tongue River?
The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.4 m).
Who owns Nd Highway 5 over Tongue River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.