US Bridges

Irrfb Nd Hiway 23 over Creek

Good

McKenzie County, North Dakota · 5 West of Nd 1804 · Structure no. 0023044159

Built
2011
14 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2021
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
35 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
5,056
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Irrfb Nd Hiway 23 over Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Irrfb Nd Hiway 23 over Creek in McKenzie County, North Dakota. It was built in 2011, so it is 14 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 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 5,056 vehicles a day, roughly 34% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,810 by 2042. The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 60.3 mi (97 km).

CarriesIrrfb Nd Hiway 23
CrossesCreek
Location5 West of Nd 1804
RouteState Highway 23
Coordinates47.98206, -102.60349
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJuly 2021
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating81.4 US tons
Inventory rating48.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length35 ft (10.7 m)
Longest span11 ft (3.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,056 (2022)
Projected traffic6,810 by 2042
Trucks34%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed60.3 mi (97 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedReplacement because of substandard load-carrying capacity or roadway geometry
Estimated improvement cost$329,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Irrfb Nd Hiway 23 over Creek built?

It was built in 2011, making it 14 years old in 2025.

What condition is Irrfb Nd Hiway 23 over Creek 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 July 2021.

How much traffic does Irrfb Nd Hiway 23 over Creek carry?

About 5,056 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 34% are trucks.

How long is Irrfb Nd Hiway 23 over Creek?

The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.4 m).

Who owns Irrfb Nd Hiway 23 over Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.