US Bridges

US HWY 85 over Spring Creek

Good

McKenzie County, North Dakota · 5 South of Watford City · Structure no. 0085136649

Built
2024
1 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
27 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
5,610
2019 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US HWY 85 over Spring Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US HWY 85 over Spring Creek in McKenzie County, North Dakota. It was built in 2024, so it is 1 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 5,610 vehicles a day, roughly 32% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,470 by 2039. The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 98.8 mi (159 km).

CarriesUS HWY 85
CrossesSpring Creek
Location5 South of Watford City
RouteU.S. Route 85
Coordinates47.71809, -103.2834
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 inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Operating rating96.5 US tons
Inventory rating74.6 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHL 93
Structure length27 ft (8.2 m)
Longest span13 ft (4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deck100 ft (30.5 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,610 (2019)
Projected traffic7,470 by 2039
Trucks32%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed98.8 mi (159 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US HWY 85 over Spring Creek built?

It was built in 2024, making it 1 years old in 2025.

What condition is US HWY 85 over Spring 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 October 2024.

How much traffic does US HWY 85 over Spring Creek carry?

About 5,610 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 32% are trucks.

How long is US HWY 85 over Spring Creek?

The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long with a longest span of 13 ft (4 m).

Who owns US HWY 85 over Spring Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.