US Highway 52 over Bonnes Coulee
GoodMcHenry County, North Dakota · 1 West of Nd 41 · Structure no. 0052115888
- Built
- 1947
- 78 years old, rebuilt 2001
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 61 ft
- 6 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,360
- 2019 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US Highway 52 over Bonnes Coulee is a concrete culvert carrying US Highway 52 over Bonnes Coulee in McHenry County, North Dakota. It was built in 1947 and reconstructed in 2001, so it is 78 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 good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 2,360 vehicles a day, roughly 17% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,360 by 2039. The structure is 61 ft (18.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 29.8 mi (48 km).
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US Highway 52 over Bonnes Coulee built?
It was built in 1947, making it 78 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2001.
What condition is US Highway 52 over Bonnes Coulee 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 2023.
How much traffic does US Highway 52 over Bonnes Coulee carry?
About 2,360 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 17% are trucks.
How long is US Highway 52 over Bonnes Coulee?
The structure is 61 ft (18.6 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns US Highway 52 over Bonnes Coulee?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.