Mn 47 over Rice Creek
GoodAnoka County, Minnesota · 1.4 MI N of TH 694 · Structure no. 91097
- Built
- 1965
- 60 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 23 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 32,500
- 2019 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Mn 47 over Rice Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Mn 47 over Rice Creek in Anoka County, Minnesota. It was built in 1965, so it is 60 years old, older than the Minnesota average of 38.5 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 32,500 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 34,000 by 2039. The structure is 23 ft (6.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Mn 47 over Rice Creek built?
It was built in 1965, making it 60 years old in 2025.
What condition is Mn 47 over Rice Creek in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in July 2023.
How much traffic does Mn 47 over Rice Creek carry?
About 32,500 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is Mn 47 over Rice Creek?
The structure is 23 ft (6.9 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3.2 m).
Who owns Mn 47 over Rice Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.