US Highway 81 over Drainage Ditch
GoodWalsh County, North Dakota · 1 South of Nd 17 · Structure no. 0081189755
- Built
- 1995
- 30 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 29 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,550
- 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 1995, so it is 30 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 good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 2,550 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,550 by 2033. The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US Highway 81 over Drainage Ditch built?
It was built in 1995, making it 30 years old in 2025.
What condition is US Highway 81 over Drainage Ditch in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in May 2024.
How much traffic does US Highway 81 over Drainage Ditch carry?
About 2,550 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.
How long is US Highway 81 over Drainage Ditch?
The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m).
Who owns US Highway 81 over Drainage Ditch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.