US Highway 81 over Creek
PoorGrand Forks County, North Dakota · 11 North of Manvel · Structure no. 0081173992
- Built
- 2006
- 19 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 34 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,820
- 2013 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US Highway 81 over Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US Highway 81 over Creek in Grand Forks County, North Dakota. It was built in 2006, so it is 19 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 poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
It carries about 2,820 vehicles a day, roughly 29% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,640 by 2033. The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US Highway 81 over Creek built?
It was built in 2006, making it 19 years old in 2025.
What condition is US Highway 81 over Creek in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in May 2024.
How much traffic does US Highway 81 over Creek carry?
About 2,820 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 29% are trucks.
How long is US Highway 81 over Creek?
The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.4 m).
Who owns US Highway 81 over Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.