Pp Access Road over Lake Sakakawea
GoodMcLean County, North Dakota · 5.2 MI N-Nw of Coleharbor · Structure no. DKA-G-003
- Built
- 1973
- 52 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2021
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 172 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 30
- 2013 count
- Owner
- Federal
- Bureau of Reclamation
About this bridge
Pp Access Road over Lake Sakakawea is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Pp Access Road over Lake Sakakawea in McLean County, North Dakota. It was built in 1973, so it is 52 years old, older 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 30 vehicles a day, projected to reach 30 by 2039. The structure is 172 ft (52.3 m) long and 24 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 198.8 mi (320 km).
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Pp Access Road over Lake Sakakawea built?
It was built in 1973, making it 52 years old in 2025.
What condition is Pp Access Road over Lake Sakakawea 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 Pp Access Road over Lake Sakakawea carry?
About 30 vehicles per day (2013 count).
How long is Pp Access Road over Lake Sakakawea?
The structure is 172 ft (52.3 m) long with a longest span of 83 ft (25.4 m) and a deck 24 ft wide.
Who owns Pp Access Road over Lake Sakakawea?
It is owned by the Bureau of Reclamation.