US Bridges

Interstate 94 over Bnrr Separation/Minor RD

Fair

Stark County, North Dakota · 12 West of Nd 8 · Structure no. 0094073264 L

Built
1962
63 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected May 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
165 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
2,425
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Interstate 94 over Bnrr Separation/Minor RD is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Interstate 94 over Bnrr Separation/Minor RD in Stark County, North Dakota. It was built in 1962, so it is 63 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 2,425 vehicles a day, roughly 21% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,425 by 2040. The structure is 165 ft (50.3 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesInterstate 94
CrossesBnrr Separation/Minor RD
Location12 West of Nd 8
RouteInterstate 94
Coordinates46.87394, -102.55002
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Interstate

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionMay 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating57.9 US tons
Inventory rating34.6 US tons

Structure

MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length165 ft (50.3 m)
Longest span63 ft (19.2 m)
Deck width43 ft (13 m)
Roadway width37 ft (11.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,425 (2020)
Projected traffic2,425 by 2040
Trucks21%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway and railroad
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$264,000
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Interstate 94 over Bnrr Separation/Minor RD built?

It was built in 1962, making it 63 years old in 2025.

What condition is Interstate 94 over Bnrr Separation/Minor RD 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 May 2024.

How much traffic does Interstate 94 over Bnrr Separation/Minor RD carry?

About 2,425 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 21% are trucks.

How long is Interstate 94 over Bnrr Separation/Minor RD?

The structure is 165 ft (50.3 m) long with a longest span of 63 ft (19.2 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.

Who owns Interstate 94 over Bnrr Separation/Minor RD?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.