US Highway 52 over Blackwater Coulee
FairWard County, North Dakota · 9 Northwest of N.D. 41 · Structure no. 0052107695
- Built
- 1960
- 65 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected September 2021
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 31 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,090
- 2019 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US Highway 52 over Blackwater Coulee is a concrete culvert carrying US Highway 52 over Blackwater Coulee in Ward County, North Dakota. It was built in 1960, so it is 65 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 3,090 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,090 by 2039. The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 13 mi (21 km).
Location
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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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US Highway 52 over Blackwater Coulee built?
It was built in 1960, making it 65 years old in 2025.
What condition is US Highway 52 over Blackwater Coulee 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 September 2021.
How much traffic does US Highway 52 over Blackwater Coulee carry?
About 3,090 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.
How long is US Highway 52 over Blackwater Coulee?
The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns US Highway 52 over Blackwater Coulee?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.