First Avenue West over Drainage Ditch
GoodPosted for loadWilliams County, North Dakota · 1st Ave. West Williston · Structure no. 0000WIL01
- Built
- 1981
- 44 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2023
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 33 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 1,200
- 2019 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
First Avenue West over Drainage Ditch is a prestressed concrete tee beam carrying First Avenue West over Drainage Ditch in Williams County, North Dakota. It was built in 1981, so it is 44 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 1,200 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,400 by 2039. The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long and 50 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was First Avenue West over Drainage Ditch built?
It was built in 1981, making it 44 years old in 2025.
What condition is First Avenue West over Drainage Ditch 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 July 2023.
How much traffic does First Avenue West over Drainage Ditch carry?
About 1,200 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is First Avenue West over Drainage Ditch?
The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long with a longest span of 31 ft (9.4 m) and a deck 50 ft wide.
Who owns First Avenue West over Drainage Ditch?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.