Mn 65 over Rice Creek
FairAnoka County, Minnesota · 1.8 MI North of JCT TH 6 · Structure no. 8787
- Built
- 1953
- 72 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 27 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 28,391
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Mn 65 over Rice Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Mn 65 over Rice Creek in Anoka County, Minnesota. It was built in 1953, so it is 72 years old, older than the Minnesota average of 38.5 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 28,391 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 30,500 by 2042. The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
Location
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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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Mn 65 over Rice Creek built?
It was built in 1953, making it 72 years old in 2025.
What condition is Mn 65 over Rice 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 July 2024.
How much traffic does Mn 65 over Rice Creek carry?
About 28,391 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.
How long is Mn 65 over Rice Creek?
The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.8 m).
Who owns Mn 65 over Rice Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.