Irrft US Hiway 281 over Sheyenne River
GoodEddy County, North Dakota · 1 North of Sheyenne · Structure no. 0281139627
- Built
- 1984
- 41 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2023
- Type
- Box Beam or Girders - Single or Spread
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 110 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,250
- 2019 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Irrft US Hiway 281 over Sheyenne River is a prestressed concrete continuous box beam or girders - single or spread carrying Irrft US Hiway 281 over Sheyenne River in Eddy County, North Dakota. It was built in 1984, so it is 41 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 1,250 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,250 by 2039. The structure is 110 ft (33.5 m) long and 39 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 93.8 mi (151 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Irrft US Hiway 281 over Sheyenne River built?
It was built in 1984, making it 41 years old in 2025.
What condition is Irrft US Hiway 281 over Sheyenne 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 Irrft US Hiway 281 over Sheyenne River carry?
About 1,250 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.
How long is Irrft US Hiway 281 over Sheyenne River?
The structure is 110 ft (33.5 m) long with a longest span of 41 ft (12.5 m) and a deck 39 ft wide.
Who owns Irrft US Hiway 281 over Sheyenne River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.