US Bridges

Park Approach Rd. over Creek

Good

Morton County, North Dakota · 3 South of I-94 · Structure no. 1806067137 N

Built
1997
28 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
33 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
2,630
2017 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Park Approach Rd. over Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Park Approach Rd. over Creek in Morton County, North Dakota. It was built in 1997, so it is 28 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 2,630 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,945 by 2037. The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesPark Approach Rd.
CrossesCreek
Location3 South of I-94
RouteState Lands Road 0
Coordinates46.78947, -100.85703
Functional classRural Local

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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJune 2024
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 rating77.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length33 ft (10.1 m)
Longest span16 ft (4.9 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,630 (2017)
Projected traffic3,945 by 2037
Trucks6%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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 Park Approach Rd. over Creek built?

It was built in 1997, making it 28 years old in 2025.

What condition is Park Approach Rd. over 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 June 2024.

How much traffic does Park Approach Rd. over Creek carry?

About 2,630 vehicles per day (2017 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

How long is Park Approach Rd. over Creek?

The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long with a longest span of 16 ft (4.9 m).

Who owns Park Approach Rd. over Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.