Nd Highway 3 over Branch of Sheyenne River
GoodPierce County, North Dakota · 5 South Nd HWY 19 · Structure no. 0003171918
- Built
- 1953
- 72 years old, rebuilt 2022
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 21 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 530
- 2019 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Nd Highway 3 over Branch of Sheyenne River is a concrete culvert carrying Nd Highway 3 over Branch of Sheyenne River in Pierce County, North Dakota. It was built in 1953 and reconstructed in 2022, 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 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 530 vehicles a day, roughly 17% of them trucks, projected to reach 530 by 2039. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 42.3 mi (68 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Nd Highway 3 over Branch of Sheyenne River built?
It was built in 1953, making it 72 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2022.
What condition is Nd Highway 3 over Branch of Sheyenne River 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 October 2024.
How much traffic does Nd Highway 3 over Branch of Sheyenne River carry?
About 530 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 17% are trucks.
How long is Nd Highway 3 over Branch of Sheyenne River?
The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns Nd Highway 3 over Branch of Sheyenne River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.