US Bridges

US Highway 85 over Drain

Good

McKenzie County, North Dakota · 4 South of US 2 · Structure no. 0085179136

Built
2016
9 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
32 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
10,545
2019 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US Highway 85 over Drain is a concrete culvert carrying US Highway 85 over Drain in McKenzie County, North Dakota. It was built in 2016, so it is 9 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 10,545 vehicles a day, roughly 35% of them trucks, projected to reach 17,700 by 2039. The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 21.1 mi (34 km).

CarriesUS Highway 85
CrossesDrain
Location4 South of US 2
RouteU.S. Route 85
Coordinates48.08118, -103.68702
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 inspectionAugust 2023
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating110.1 US tons
Inventory rating91.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHL 93
Structure length32 ft (9.8 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic10,545 (2019)
Projected traffic17,700 by 2039
Trucks35%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed21.1 mi (34 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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US Highway 85 over Drain built?

It was built in 2016, making it 9 years old in 2025.

What condition is US Highway 85 over Drain 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 August 2023.

How much traffic does US Highway 85 over Drain carry?

About 10,545 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 35% are trucks.

How long is US Highway 85 over Drain?

The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns US Highway 85 over Drain?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.