US Highway 2 over Painted Woods Creek
FairWilliams County, North Dakota · 3 West of US 85 South · Structure no. 0002011914
- Built
- 1938
- 87 years old, rebuilt 1999
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected September 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 32 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,730
- 2019 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US Highway 2 over Painted Woods Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US Highway 2 over Painted Woods Creek in Williams County, North Dakota. It was built in 1938 and reconstructed in 1999, so it is 87 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 1,730 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,730 by 2039. The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 123.7 mi (199 km).
Location
Open in Google MapsCondition and inspection
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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US Highway 2 over Painted Woods Creek built?
It was built in 1938, making it 87 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1999.
What condition is US Highway 2 over Painted Woods 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 September 2023.
How much traffic does US Highway 2 over Painted Woods Creek carry?
About 1,730 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.
How long is US Highway 2 over Painted Woods Creek?
The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns US Highway 2 over Painted Woods Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.