US Bridges

15th Ave SE over Creek

Good

Emmons County, North Dakota · 1.5 South of Braddock · Structure no. 000000015124070

Built
2016
9 years old
Condition
Good
inspected September 2021
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
45 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
85
2019 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

15th Ave SE over Creek is a concrete culvert carrying 15th Ave SE over Creek in Emmons County, North Dakota. It was built in 2016, so it is 9 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 85 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 120 by 2039. The structure is 45 ft (13.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

Location

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Carries15th Ave SE
CrossesCreek
Location1.5 South of Braddock
RouteCounty Highway 1523
CountyEmmons County
StateNorth Dakota
Coordinates46.54495, -100.1054
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionSeptember 2021
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating58.2 US tons
Inventory rating45 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHL 93
Structure length45 ft (13.8 m)
Longest span14 ft (4.3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic85 (2019)
Projected traffic120 by 2039
Trucks15%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$59,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was 15th Ave SE over Creek built?

It was built in 2016, making it 9 years old in 2025.

What condition is 15th Ave SE over Creek 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 September 2021.

How much traffic does 15th Ave SE over Creek carry?

About 85 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.

How long is 15th Ave SE over Creek?

The structure is 45 ft (13.8 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m).

Who owns 15th Ave SE over Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.