US Highway 281 over Bonehill Creek
FairLaMoure County, North Dakota · 5 South of Nd 46 · Structure no. 0281044251
- Built
- 1990
- 35 years old, rebuilt 2006
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 39 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 16,250
- 2019 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US Highway 281 over Bonehill Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US Highway 281 over Bonehill Creek in LaMoure County, North Dakota. It was built in 1990 and reconstructed in 2006, so it is 35 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 16,250 vehicles a day, roughly 18% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,370 by 2039. The structure is 39 ft (11.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 42.9 mi (69 km).
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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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US Highway 281 over Bonehill Creek built?
It was built in 1990, making it 35 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2006.
What condition is US Highway 281 over Bonehill Creek 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 July 2024.
How much traffic does US Highway 281 over Bonehill Creek carry?
About 16,250 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 18% are trucks.
How long is US Highway 281 over Bonehill Creek?
The structure is 39 ft (11.9 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).
Who owns US Highway 281 over Bonehill Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.