US Highway 81 over Drainage Ditch
FairWalsh County, North Dakota · 5 South of Nd 17 · Structure no. 0081186243
- Built
- 1966
- 59 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 26 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,230
- 2013 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US Highway 81 over Drainage Ditch is a concrete culvert carrying US Highway 81 over Drainage Ditch in Walsh County, North Dakota. It was built in 1966, so it is 59 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 2,230 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,230 by 2033. The structure is 26 ft (7.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).
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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 81 over Drainage Ditch built?
It was built in 1966, making it 59 years old in 2025.
What condition is US Highway 81 over Drainage Ditch 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 May 2024.
How much traffic does US Highway 81 over Drainage Ditch carry?
About 2,230 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.
How long is US Highway 81 over Drainage Ditch?
The structure is 26 ft (7.8 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).
Who owns US Highway 81 over Drainage Ditch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.