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Dickinson Today
By the People, for the People
Truck Driver Seriously Injured in Interstate Bridge Crash
Semi went off I-94 bridge in western North Dakota due to icy road conditions
Apr. 4, 2026 at 1:25pm
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A truck driver from New York was seriously injured when the semi they were driving went off an interstate bridge near Gladstone, North Dakota and landed on the bank of the Green River. The crash occurred just before 7 p.m. on April 3 as the driver was traveling eastbound on I-94 and hit the median guardrail, causing the semi to go onto the bridge and plummet down.
Why it matters
Interstate highway crashes involving commercial trucks can have severe consequences, especially when environmental factors like icy roads are involved. This incident highlights the importance of safe driving practices and proper maintenance of infrastructure to prevent such accidents that can lead to serious injuries.
The details
According to the North Dakota Highway Patrol, the semi driver hit the median guardrail, went onto the bridge, and landed on the bank of the Green River. The road was icy at the time of the crash. The driver was initially taken to a hospital in Dickinson before being airlifted to a hospital in Bismarck. The driver's current condition is unknown.
- The crash occurred just before 7 p.m. Mountain Time on April 3, 2026.
- All lanes of I-94 were closed for about an hour while crews were on the scene.
The players
North Dakota Highway Patrol
The state law enforcement agency that responded to and investigated the crash.
Stark County Sheriff's Office
The local law enforcement agency that assisted at the crash site.
Gladstone Fire
The local fire department that responded to the incident.
Dickinson Fire
The fire department from the nearby city that also responded.
Dickinson Police
The local police department that assisted at the scene.
The takeaway
This incident highlights the need for increased vigilance and safety measures on icy roads, especially for commercial truck drivers, to prevent such serious crashes that can lead to devastating injuries. Proper maintenance of highway infrastructure is also crucial to ensuring driver safety.
