Watauga Road over Cedar Creek
GoodSioux County, North Dakota · 31 W 2 S of Selfridge · Structure no. 000000043121290
- Built
- 1964
- 61 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 190 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 45
- 2019 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Watauga Road over Cedar Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Watauga Road over Cedar Creek in Sioux County, North Dakota. It was built in 1964, so it is 61 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 45 vehicles a day, projected to reach 55 by 2039. The structure is 190 ft (57.9 m) long and 30 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Watauga Road over Cedar Creek built?
It was built in 1964, making it 61 years old in 2025.
What condition is Watauga Road over Cedar Creek 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 April 2024.
How much traffic does Watauga Road over Cedar Creek carry?
About 45 vehicles per day (2019 count).
How long is Watauga Road over Cedar Creek?
The structure is 190 ft (57.9 m) long with a longest span of 68 ft (20.7 m) and a deck 30 ft wide.
Who owns Watauga Road over Cedar Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.