Interstate 29 over Drain Ditch #39
PoorPembina County, North Dakota · 3 South of Nd 5 · Structure no. 0029200772
- Built
- 1958
- 67 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected August 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Steel
- Length
- 38 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,850
- 2019 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Interstate 29 over Drain Ditch #39 is a steel culvert carrying Interstate 29 over Drain Ditch #39 in Pembina County, North Dakota. It was built in 1958, so it is 67 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 poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
It carries about 2,850 vehicles a day, roughly 41% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,850 by 2039. The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Interstate 29 over Drain Ditch #39 built?
It was built in 1958, making it 67 years old in 2025.
What condition is Interstate 29 over Drain Ditch #39 in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in August 2023.
How much traffic does Interstate 29 over Drain Ditch #39 carry?
About 2,850 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 41% are trucks.
How long is Interstate 29 over Drain Ditch #39?
The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns Interstate 29 over Drain Ditch #39?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.