US Highway 52 over Pipestem Creek
FairWells County, North Dakota · 3 East of Nd 200 West · Structure no. 0052201696
- Built
- 1979
- 46 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 23 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,160
- 2019 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US Highway 52 over Pipestem Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US Highway 52 over Pipestem Creek in Wells County, North Dakota. It was built in 1979, so it is 46 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 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 1,160 vehicles a day, roughly 32% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,160 by 2039. The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 26.1 mi (42 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| 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 Pipestem Creek built?
It was built in 1979, making it 46 years old in 2025.
What condition is US Highway 52 over Pipestem Creek 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 October 2023.
How much traffic does US Highway 52 over Pipestem Creek carry?
About 1,160 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 32% are trucks.
How long is US Highway 52 over Pipestem Creek?
The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long with a longest span of 7 ft (2.1 m).
Who owns US Highway 52 over Pipestem Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.