46th Street SW over Heart River
PoorPosted for loadStark County, North Dakota · 9 South of Richardson · Structure no. 000000045144190
- Built
- 1936
- 89 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected June 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 41 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 5
- 2018 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
46th Street SW over Heart River is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying 46th Street SW over Heart River in Stark County, North Dakota. It was built in 1936, so it is 89 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 5 vehicles a day, projected to reach 5 by 2038. The structure is 41 ft (12.5 m) long and 18 ft wide.
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was 46th Street SW over Heart River built?
It was built in 1936, making it 89 years old in 2025.
What condition is 46th Street SW over Heart River 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 June 2023.
How much traffic does 46th Street SW over Heart River carry?
About 5 vehicles per day (2018 count).
How long is 46th Street SW over Heart River?
The structure is 41 ft (12.5 m) long with a longest span of 38 ft (11.6 m) and a deck 18 ft wide.
Who owns 46th Street SW over Heart River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.