Spr 3 over Savanna River
PoorAitkin County, Minnesota · 1.1 MI N of JCT Csah 14 · Structure no. L9707
- Built
- 1977
- 48 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Wood or Timber
- Length
- 32 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 10
- 1986 count
- Owner
- State
- State Park, Forest, or Reservation Agency
About this bridge
Spr 3 over Savanna River is a wood or timber slab carrying Spr 3 over Savanna River in Aitkin County, Minnesota. It was built in 1977, so it is 48 years old, older than the Minnesota average of 38.5 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
It carries about 10 vehicles a day, projected to reach 10 by 2029. The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long and 14 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 98.8 mi (159 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Spr 3 over Savanna River built?
It was built in 1977, making it 48 years old in 2025.
What condition is Spr 3 over Savanna River in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in October 2024.
How much traffic does Spr 3 over Savanna River carry?
About 10 vehicles per day (1986 count).
How long is Spr 3 over Savanna River?
The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long with a longest span of 32 ft (9.8 m) and a deck 14 ft wide.
Who owns Spr 3 over Savanna River?
It is owned by the State Park, Forest, or Reservation Agency.