Mn 87 over Kettle Creek
FairBecker County, Minnesota · 6.0 MI W of Menahga · Structure no. 5626
- Built
- 1936
- 89 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected August 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 27 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 891
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Mn 87 over Kettle Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Mn 87 over Kettle Creek in Becker County, Minnesota. It was built in 1936, so it is 89 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 891 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,050 by 2042. The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 14.3 mi (23 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Mn 87 over Kettle Creek built?
It was built in 1936, making it 89 years old in 2025.
What condition is Mn 87 over Kettle 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 August 2023.
How much traffic does Mn 87 over Kettle Creek carry?
About 891 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.
How long is Mn 87 over Kettle Creek?
The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).
Who owns Mn 87 over Kettle Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.