Interstate 29 over Wild Rice River
FairRichland County, North Dakota · 7 North of Nd 11 · Structure no. 0029014580 R
- Built
- 1973
- 52 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Box Beam or Girders - Single or Spread
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 135 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,275
- 2019 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Interstate 29 over Wild Rice River is a prestressed concrete continuous box beam or girders - single or spread carrying Interstate 29 over Wild Rice River in Richland County, North Dakota. It was built in 1973, so it is 52 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 2,275 vehicles a day, roughly 24% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,275 by 2039. The structure is 135 ft (41.1 m) long and 45 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 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 Interstate 29 over Wild Rice River built?
It was built in 1973, making it 52 years old in 2025.
What condition is Interstate 29 over Wild Rice 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 September 2024.
How much traffic does Interstate 29 over Wild Rice River carry?
About 2,275 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 24% are trucks.
How long is Interstate 29 over Wild Rice River?
The structure is 135 ft (41.1 m) long with a longest span of 45 ft (13.7 m) and a deck 45 ft wide.
Who owns Interstate 29 over Wild Rice River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.