Nd Highway 17 over Creek
FairTowner County, North Dakota · 5 West of Nd 20 · Structure no. 0017048307
- Built
- 1962
- 63 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected September 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 31 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 300
- 2019 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Nd Highway 17 over Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Nd Highway 17 over Creek in Towner 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 300 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 300 by 2039. The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 55.9 mi (90 km).
Location
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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 | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Nd Highway 17 over Creek built?
It was built in 1962, making it 63 years old in 2025.
What condition is Nd Highway 17 over Creek 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 September 2023.
How much traffic does Nd Highway 17 over Creek carry?
About 300 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.
How long is Nd Highway 17 over Creek?
The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns Nd Highway 17 over Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.