US Highway 85 over Creek
FairMcKenzie County, North Dakota · 2 S 2 W of Watford City · Structure no. 0085142150
- Built
- 2014
- 11 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected November 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 81 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 12,880
- 2019 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US Highway 85 over Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US Highway 85 over Creek in McKenzie County, North Dakota. It was built in 2014, so it is 11 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 12,880 vehicles a day, roughly 30% of them trucks, projected to reach 21,940 by 2039. The structure is 81 ft (24.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.7 mi (14 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 | 9 Excellent | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US Highway 85 over Creek built?
It was built in 2014, making it 11 years old in 2025.
What condition is US Highway 85 over 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 November 2023.
How much traffic does US Highway 85 over Creek carry?
About 12,880 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 30% are trucks.
How long is US Highway 85 over Creek?
The structure is 81 ft (24.7 m) long with a longest span of 19 ft (5.8 m).
Who owns US Highway 85 over Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.