County Road over Mouse River
PoorPosted for loadMcHenry County, North Dakota · 4 North of Towner · Structure no. 000000025131160
- Built
- 1902
- 123 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Truss - Thru
- Steel
- Length
- 180 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 5
- 2018 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
County Road over Mouse River is a steel truss - thru carrying County Road over Mouse River in McHenry County, North Dakota. It was built in 1902, so it is 123 years old, older 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 2 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 5 vehicles a day, projected to reach 15 by 2038. The structure is 180 ft (54.9 m) long and 16 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 123.7 mi (199 km).
Location
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 2 Critical | Advanced deterioration of primary structural elements. Bridge may be closed until corrective action is taken. |
| Substructure | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was County Road over Mouse River built?
It was built in 1902, making it 123 years old in 2025.
What condition is County Road over Mouse River 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 September 2024.
How much traffic does County Road over Mouse River carry?
About 5 vehicles per day (2018 count).
How long is County Road over Mouse River?
The structure is 180 ft (54.9 m) long with a longest span of 119 ft (36.3 m) and a deck 16 ft wide.
Who owns County Road over Mouse River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.