US Highway 81 over English Coulee
FairGrand Forks County, North Dakota · 1 North of US 2 · Structure no. 0081946235
- Built
- 2003
- 22 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 31 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 4,570
- 2013 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US Highway 81 over English Coulee is a concrete culvert carrying US Highway 81 over English Coulee in Grand Forks County, North Dakota. It was built in 2003, so it is 22 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 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 4,570 vehicles a day, roughly 29% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,580 by 2033. The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US Highway 81 over English Coulee built?
It was built in 2003, making it 22 years old in 2025.
What condition is US Highway 81 over English Coulee 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 August 2024.
How much traffic does US Highway 81 over English Coulee carry?
About 4,570 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 29% are trucks.
How long is US Highway 81 over English Coulee?
The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.2 m).
Who owns US Highway 81 over English Coulee?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.