County Highway over Elm River
FairTraill County, North Dakota · 8 East 4 South of Kelso · Structure no. 000000049130291
- Built
- 1982
- 43 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Steel
- Length
- 76 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 85
- 2018 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
County Highway over Elm River is a steel culvert carrying County Highway over Elm River in Traill County, North Dakota. It was built in 1982, so it is 43 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 85 vehicles a day, projected to reach 80 by 2038. The structure is 76 ft (23.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| 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 1982, making it 43 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 July 2024.
How much traffic does County Highway over Elm River carry?
About 85 vehicles per day (2018 count).
How long is County Highway over Elm River?
The structure is 76 ft (23.2 m) long with a longest span of 27 ft (8.2 m).
Who owns County Highway over Elm River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.