US Bridges

65th Ave SW (CR25) over Coyote Creek

FairPosted for load

Mercer County, North Dakota · 2 East 16 South of Zap · Structure no. 000000029116341

Built
1939
86 years old, rebuilt 1966
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
41 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
20
2018 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

65th Ave SW (CR25) over Coyote Creek is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying 65th Ave SW (CR25) over Coyote Creek in Mercer County, North Dakota. It was built in 1939 and reconstructed in 1966, so it is 86 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 fair condition with a lowest component rating of 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 20 vehicles a day, projected to reach 60 by 2038. The structure is 41 ft (12.5 m) long and 22 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

Location

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Carries65th Ave SW (CR25)
CrossesCoyote Creek
Location2 East 16 South of Zap
RouteCounty Highway 2936
CountyMercer County
StateNorth Dakota
Coordinates47.07156, -101.87031
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourUnknown foundation; not evaluated for scour
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating32.7 US tons
Inventory rating19.4 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckWood or timber
Main spans1
Design loadUnknown
Structure length41 ft (12.5 m)
Longest span35 ft (10.7 m)
Deck width22 ft (6.8 m)
Roadway width21 ft (6.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic20 (2018)
Projected traffic60 by 2038
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was 65th Ave SW (CR25) over Coyote Creek built?

It was built in 1939, making it 86 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1966.

What condition is 65th Ave SW (CR25) over Coyote 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 July 2024.

How much traffic does 65th Ave SW (CR25) over Coyote Creek carry?

About 20 vehicles per day (2018 count).

How long is 65th Ave SW (CR25) over Coyote Creek?

The structure is 41 ft (12.5 m) long with a longest span of 35 ft (10.7 m) and a deck 22 ft wide.

Who owns 65th Ave SW (CR25) over Coyote Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.