County Road over Des Lacs River
GoodWard County, North Dakota · 2 East 1 South Carpio · Structure no. 000000051127250
- Built
- 1946
- 79 years old, rebuilt 1972
- Condition
- Good
- inspected June 2023
- Type
- Box Beam or Girders - Multiple
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 45 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 25
- 2019 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
County Road over Des Lacs River is a prestressed concrete box beam or girders - multiple carrying County Road over Des Lacs River in Ward County, North Dakota. It was built in 1946 and reconstructed in 1972, so it is 79 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 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 25 vehicles a day, projected to reach 25 by 2039. The structure is 45 ft (13.8 m) long and 27 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was County Road over Des Lacs River built?
It was built in 1946, making it 79 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1972.
What condition is County Road over Des Lacs River 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 June 2023.
How much traffic does County Road over Des Lacs River carry?
About 25 vehicles per day (2019 count).
How long is County Road over Des Lacs River?
The structure is 45 ft (13.8 m) long with a longest span of 44 ft (13.4 m) and a deck 27 ft wide.
Who owns County Road over Des Lacs River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.