Nd Highway 15 over Creek
FairNelson County, North Dakota · 4 West Pekin · Structure no. 0015069602
- Built
- 1931
- 94 years old, rebuilt 1960
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected September 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 38 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 510
- 2019 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Nd Highway 15 over Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Nd Highway 15 over Creek in Nelson County, North Dakota. It was built in 1931 and reconstructed in 1960, so it is 94 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 510 vehicles a day, roughly 20% of them trucks, projected to reach 510 by 2039. The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 49.7 mi (80 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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Nd Highway 15 over Creek built?
It was built in 1931, making it 94 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1960.
What condition is Nd Highway 15 over 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 September 2023.
How much traffic does Nd Highway 15 over Creek carry?
About 510 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 20% are trucks.
How long is Nd Highway 15 over Creek?
The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).
Who owns Nd Highway 15 over Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.