Slope County Bridge Report Card
Slope County scores 100 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Slope County, North Dakota
Slope County has 43 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 0 rated poor and 0 rated scour-critical. Its poor-condition share of 0.0% is at or below the 11.1% statewide average.
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BridgeLookup.com gives Slope County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 100/100 (A). The county has 43 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 0 in poor condition and 0 rated scour-critical. Poor-condition bridges carry about 0 daily vehicle crossings. Poor condition does not mean unsafe; bridges judged unsafe are closed or restricted by transportation agencies.
How the Score Breaks Down
| Factor | Weight | County Value | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|
| Poor-condition bridge share | 40 | 0.0% | 0.0 |
| Poor-condition traffic exposure | 25 | 0.0% of measured traffic | 0.0 |
| Scour-critical bridge share | 20 | 0.0% | 0.0 |
| Average age vs national baseline | 10 | 37 years vs 48 nationally | 0.0 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 9,279 measured daily crossings | 0.0 |
Score = 100 minus weighted penalties. The score is a comparative research signal, not an official safety rating. Read the full methodology.
County Comparisons
| County Poor-Condition Share | 0.0% |
| State Poor-Condition Share | 11.1% |
| National Poor-Condition Share | 6.7% |
| County Scour-Critical Share | 0.0% |
| Average Bridge Age | 37 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 0 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Slope County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| US Highway 85 over Creek | High traffic | Good | 1,080 | 1991 |
| US Highway 85 over Branch-cannonball River | High traffic | Good | 1,010 | 1963 |
| US Highway 85 over Philbrick Creek | High traffic | Good | 920 | 1937 |
| US Highway 12 over Little Missouri River | High traffic | Fair | 580 | 1950 |
| US Highway 12 over Bnrr Separation | High traffic | Good | 561 | 1984 |
| US Highway 12 over Little Beaver Creek | High traffic | Good | 520 | 1987 |
| US Highway 12 over Branch Of Beaver Creek | High traffic | Fair | 510 | 1950 |
| Nd Highway 21 over Creek | High traffic | Good | 507 | 2021 |
| Nd Highway 21 over Creek | High traffic | Good | 507 | 2021 |
| Nd Highway 21 over Creek | High traffic | Good | 507 | 2021 |
Important safety note
Poor condition does not mean a bridge is unsafe. It means at least one major component has significant deterioration and the bridge is a priority for maintenance, repair, or replacement. Bridges judged unsafe are closed or restricted by transportation agencies.