US Bridges

Irrsr Nd Hiway 24 over Creek

Good

Sioux County, North Dakota · 2 West of Solen · Structure no. 0024040376

Built
1948
77 years old, rebuilt 1969
Condition
Good
inspected June 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
23 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
190
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Irrsr Nd Hiway 24 over Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Irrsr Nd Hiway 24 over Creek in Sioux County, North Dakota. It was built in 1948 and reconstructed in 1969, so it is 77 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 190 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 330 by 2038. The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 49.7 mi (80 km).

CarriesIrrsr Nd Hiway 24
CrossesCreek
Location2 West of Solen
RouteState Highway 24
Coordinates46.38505, -100.84066
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJune 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating36 US tons
Inventory rating21.6 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length23 ft (7 m)
Longest span7 ft (2.1 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic190 (2018)
Projected traffic330 by 2038
Trucks11%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed49.7 mi (80 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Irrsr Nd Hiway 24 over Creek built?

It was built in 1948, making it 77 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1969.

What condition is Irrsr Nd Hiway 24 over 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 June 2024.

How much traffic does Irrsr Nd Hiway 24 over Creek carry?

About 190 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.

How long is Irrsr Nd Hiway 24 over Creek?

The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long with a longest span of 7 ft (2.1 m).

Who owns Irrsr Nd Hiway 24 over Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.