Nd Highway 5 over Fork of Tongue River
FairPembina County, North Dakota · 3 East Nd 32 South · Structure no. 0005305341
- Built
- 1953
- 72 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 32 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 810
- 2019 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Nd Highway 5 over Fork of Tongue River is a concrete culvert carrying Nd Highway 5 over Fork of Tongue River in Pembina County, North Dakota. It was built in 1953, so it is 72 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.
It carries about 810 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 810 by 2039. The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 19.9 mi (32 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Nd Highway 5 over Fork of Tongue River built?
It was built in 1953, making it 72 years old in 2025.
What condition is Nd Highway 5 over Fork of Tongue River 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 June 2024.
How much traffic does Nd Highway 5 over Fork of Tongue River carry?
About 810 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.
How long is Nd Highway 5 over Fork of Tongue River?
The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns Nd Highway 5 over Fork of Tongue River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.