US Highway 85 over South Branch Heart River
GoodStark County, North Dakota · 8 South of Jct. I-94 · Structure no. 0085067675
- Built
- 1968
- 57 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected May 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 75 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,320
- 2019 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US Highway 85 over South Branch Heart River is a concrete continuous slab carrying US Highway 85 over South Branch Heart River in Stark County, North Dakota. It was built in 1968, so it is 57 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 1,320 vehicles a day, roughly 21% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,320 by 2039. The structure is 75 ft (22.9 m) long and 41 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US Highway 85 over South Branch Heart River built?
It was built in 1968, making it 57 years old in 2025.
What condition is US Highway 85 over South Branch Heart 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 May 2023.
How much traffic does US Highway 85 over South Branch Heart River carry?
About 1,320 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 21% are trucks.
How long is US Highway 85 over South Branch Heart River?
The structure is 75 ft (22.9 m) long with a longest span of 27 ft (8.2 m) and a deck 41 ft wide.
Who owns US Highway 85 over South Branch Heart River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.