US Highway 83 over U.S. Highway 2 & 52
GoodWard County, North Dakota · JCT US 83 & US 2-52 · Structure no. 0002146366
- Built
- 1977
- 48 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected November 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 250 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 18,500
- 2019 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US Highway 83 over U.S. Highway 2 & 52 is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US Highway 83 over U.S. Highway 2 & 52 in Ward County, North Dakota. It was built in 1977, so it is 48 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 18,500 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 20,000 by 2039. The structure is 250 ft (76.2 m) long and 95 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).
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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. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US Highway 83 over U.S. Highway 2 & 52 built?
It was built in 1977, making it 48 years old in 2025.
What condition is US Highway 83 over U.S. Highway 2 & 52 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 November 2023.
How much traffic does US Highway 83 over U.S. Highway 2 & 52 carry?
About 18,500 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.
How long is US Highway 83 over U.S. Highway 2 & 52?
The structure is 250 ft (76.2 m) long with a longest span of 128 ft (39 m) and a deck 95 ft wide.
Who owns US Highway 83 over U.S. Highway 2 & 52?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.