US Bridges

Irrfb Nd Hiway 23 over Crane Creek

Good

Mountrail County, North Dakota · 6 East of Nd 1804 · Structure no. 0023055117

Built
2012
13 years old
Condition
Good
inspected September 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
38 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
7,340
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Irrfb Nd Hiway 23 over Crane Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Irrfb Nd Hiway 23 over Crane Creek in Mountrail County, North Dakota. It was built in 2012, so it is 13 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 7,340 vehicles a day, roughly 20% of them trucks, projected to reach 10,910 by 2038. The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 57.8 mi (93 km).

CarriesIrrfb Nd Hiway 23
CrossesCrane Creek
Location6 East of Nd 1804
RouteState Highway 23
Coordinates47.97781, -102.37134
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 protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionSeptember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating35.2 US tons
Inventory rating27.3 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length38 ft (11.6 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic7,340 (2018)
Projected traffic10,910 by 2038
Trucks20%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed57.8 mi (93 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 proposedWidening with deck rehabilitation or replacement
Estimated improvement cost$74,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Irrfb Nd Hiway 23 over Crane Creek built?

It was built in 2012, making it 13 years old in 2025.

What condition is Irrfb Nd Hiway 23 over Crane 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 September 2023.

How much traffic does Irrfb Nd Hiway 23 over Crane Creek carry?

About 7,340 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 20% are trucks.

How long is Irrfb Nd Hiway 23 over Crane Creek?

The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).

Who owns Irrfb Nd Hiway 23 over Crane Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.