US Highway 281 over South Fork-Maple River
FairDickey County, North Dakota · 1 South of Monango · Structure no. 0281016454
- Built
- 1941
- 84 years old, rebuilt 1972
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 33 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 850
- 2019 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US Highway 281 over South Fork-Maple River is a concrete culvert carrying US Highway 281 over South Fork-Maple River in Dickey County, North Dakota. It was built in 1941 and reconstructed in 1972, so it is 84 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 850 vehicles a day, roughly 21% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,100 by 2039. The structure is 33 ft (10.1 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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US Highway 281 over South Fork-Maple River built?
It was built in 1941, making it 84 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1972.
What condition is US Highway 281 over South Fork-Maple 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 July 2024.
How much traffic does US Highway 281 over South Fork-Maple River carry?
About 850 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 21% are trucks.
How long is US Highway 281 over South Fork-Maple River?
The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns US Highway 281 over South Fork-Maple River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.