County Highway over Elm River
FairSteele County, North Dakota · 11 East of Hope · Structure no. 000000046125250
- Built
- 1965
- 60 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 32 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 200
- 2017 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
County Highway over Elm River is a concrete culvert carrying County Highway over Elm River in Steele County, North Dakota. It was built in 1965, so it is 60 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 6 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 200 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 220 by 2037. The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 18 mi (29 km).
Location
Open in Google MapsCondition and inspection
The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was County Highway over Elm River built?
It was built in 1965, making it 60 years old in 2025.
What condition is County Highway over Elm River 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 November 2024.
How much traffic does County Highway over Elm River carry?
About 200 vehicles per day (2017 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.
How long is County Highway over Elm River?
The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns County Highway over Elm River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.