US Highway 281 over Creek
FairTowner County, North Dakota · 2 South of Nd 17 · Structure no. 0281188178
- Built
- 1983
- 42 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected September 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 29 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,860
- 2019 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US Highway 281 over Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US Highway 281 over Creek in Towner County, North Dakota. It was built in 1983, so it is 42 years old, younger 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 1,860 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,860 by 2039. The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 72.7 mi (117 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 | 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 US Highway 281 over Creek built?
It was built in 1983, making it 42 years old in 2025.
What condition is US Highway 281 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 US Highway 281 over Creek carry?
About 1,860 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.
How long is US Highway 281 over Creek?
The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m).
Who owns US Highway 281 over Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.