Nd Highway 23 over Oak Creek
GoodWard County, North Dakota · 6 East of JCT US 83 · Structure no. 0023111288
- Built
- 1994
- 31 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected November 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 23 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 180
- 2019 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Nd Highway 23 over Oak Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Nd Highway 23 over Oak Creek in Ward County, North Dakota. It was built in 1994, so it is 31 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 180 vehicles a day, roughly 61% of them trucks, projected to reach 180 by 2039. The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Nd Highway 23 over Oak Creek built?
It was built in 1994, making it 31 years old in 2025.
What condition is Nd Highway 23 over Oak Creek 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 Nd Highway 23 over Oak Creek carry?
About 180 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 61% are trucks.
How long is Nd Highway 23 over Oak Creek?
The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.4 m).
Who owns Nd Highway 23 over Oak Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.