US Highway 85 over Lonesome Creek
GoodMcKenzie County, North Dakota · 2 North of Nd 68 · Structure no. 0085161277
- Built
- 2014
- 11 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected November 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 45 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 9,955
- 2019 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US Highway 85 over Lonesome Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US Highway 85 over Lonesome 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 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 9,955 vehicles a day, roughly 40% of them trucks, projected to reach 16,700 by 2039. The structure is 45 ft (13.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 km).
Location
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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 | 9 Excellent | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US Highway 85 over Lonesome Creek built?
It was built in 2014, making it 11 years old in 2025.
What condition is US Highway 85 over Lonesome 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 November 2023.
How much traffic does US Highway 85 over Lonesome Creek carry?
About 9,955 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 40% are trucks.
How long is US Highway 85 over Lonesome Creek?
The structure is 45 ft (13.8 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns US Highway 85 over Lonesome Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.