Bismarck Dump Truck Strikes I-94 Structure

Bismarck (trfnews.i234.me) — A dump truck struck an overhead structure on Interstate 94 east of Bismarck Tuesday afternoon.

The crash happened near mile marker 166, according to the North Dakota Highway Patrol.

The incident was reported at approximately 3:30 p.m.

The truck was traveling through a closed section of the westbound lanes when the collision happened.

Dump Box Left Raised

The Highway Patrol said the driver had recently unloaded asphalt.

However, the driver forgot to lower the truck’s dump box afterward.

The raised box then struck an overhead structure as the truck traveled along Interstate 94.

The initial report did not identify the driver.

It also did not provide information about possible injuries.

Officials did not immediately release details about damage to the overhead structure.

The condition of the dump truck was also not detailed in the initial report.

The collision happened within a section of the westbound lanes already closed to traffic.

Because of that location, the crash was not affecting regular Interstate 94 traffic.

The Highway Patrol did not report additional traffic restrictions following the incident.

Motorists traveling through the Bismarck area should still watch for construction zones and changing road conditions.

Drivers should also follow posted signs and reduce speed when approaching highway work areas.

Information about North Dakota highways is available from the North Dakota Department of Transportation.

Travelers can also check road conditions through the state’s transportation resources before beginning a trip.

The Highway Patrol’s initial announcement provided only limited details about the incident.

There was no immediate information about possible citations or other enforcement action.

The report also did not state how long the affected structure would remain under review.

Additional details could be released if authorities complete further investigation or inspection work.

More information about the agency is available from the North Dakota Highway Patrol.

I’m Adrian Cole reporting for TRF News.