US Highway 281 over James River
GoodEddy County, North Dakota · New Rockford North · Structure no. 0281128331
- Built
- 2014
- 11 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2023
- Type
- Box Beam or Girders - Single or Spread
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 138 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,650
- 2019 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US Highway 281 over James River is a prestressed concrete continuous box beam or girders - single or spread carrying US Highway 281 over James River in Eddy County, North Dakota. It was built in 2014, so it is 11 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 1,650 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,650 by 2039. The structure is 138 ft (42.1 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 52.2 mi (84 km).
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US Highway 281 over James River built?
It was built in 2014, making it 11 years old in 2025.
What condition is US Highway 281 over James River 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 October 2023.
How much traffic does US Highway 281 over James River carry?
About 1,650 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is US Highway 281 over James River?
The structure is 138 ft (42.1 m) long with a longest span of 69 ft (21 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.
Who owns US Highway 281 over James River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.