53rd Ave SW over Brady Creek
FairMercer County, North Dakota · 2 South of Hazen · Structure no. 000000029128210
- Built
- 1967
- 58 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 21 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 270
- 2017 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
53rd Ave SW over Brady Creek is a concrete culvert carrying 53rd Ave SW over Brady Creek in Mercer County, North Dakota. It was built in 1967, so it is 58 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 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 270 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 250 by 2037. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).
Location
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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 | 8 Very Good | 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 53rd Ave SW over Brady Creek built?
It was built in 1967, making it 58 years old in 2025.
What condition is 53rd Ave SW over Brady 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 53rd Ave SW over Brady Creek carry?
About 270 vehicles per day (2017 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is 53rd Ave SW over Brady Creek?
The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns 53rd Ave SW over Brady Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.