Nd Highway 20 over Cypress Creek
FairCavalier County, North Dakota · 5 South Canadian Border · Structure no. 0020165971
- Built
- 1980
- 45 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected September 2021
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 36 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 140
- 2019 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Nd Highway 20 over Cypress Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Nd Highway 20 over Cypress Creek in Cavalier County, North Dakota. It was built in 1980, so it is 45 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 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 140 vehicles a day, roughly 21% of them trucks, projected to reach 140 by 2039. The structure is 36 ft (11 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 77.1 mi (124 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Nd Highway 20 over Cypress Creek built?
It was built in 1980, making it 45 years old in 2025.
What condition is Nd Highway 20 over Cypress Creek 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 September 2021.
How much traffic does Nd Highway 20 over Cypress Creek carry?
About 140 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 21% are trucks.
How long is Nd Highway 20 over Cypress Creek?
The structure is 36 ft (11 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns Nd Highway 20 over Cypress Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.