US Highway over Creek
FairTowner County, North Dakota · 7 North of Nd 66 · Structure no. 0281208779
- Built
- 1951
- 74 years old, rebuilt 1999
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected April 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 26 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 360
- 2019 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US Highway over Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US Highway over Creek in Towner County, North Dakota. It was built in 1951 and reconstructed in 1999, so it is 74 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 360 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 360 by 2039. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 60.9 mi (98 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 | 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 US Highway over Creek built?
It was built in 1951, making it 74 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1999.
What condition is US Highway 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 April 2023.
How much traffic does US Highway over Creek carry?
About 360 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.
How long is US Highway over Creek?
The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).
Who owns US Highway over Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.