Mn 72 over S Cormorant River
GoodBeltrami County, Minnesota · 5.2 MI N of JCT TH 71 · Structure no. 04X08
- Built
- 2020
- 5 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 43 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,580
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Mn 72 over S Cormorant River is a concrete culvert carrying Mn 72 over S Cormorant River in Beltrami County, Minnesota. It was built in 2020, so it is 5 years old, younger 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 1,580 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,250 by 2041. The structure is 43 ft (13 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).
Location
Open in Google MapsCondition and inspection
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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Mn 72 over S Cormorant River built?
It was built in 2020, making it 5 years old in 2025.
What condition is Mn 72 over S Cormorant River 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 September 2024.
How much traffic does Mn 72 over S Cormorant River carry?
About 1,580 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.
How long is Mn 72 over S Cormorant River?
The structure is 43 ft (13 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).
Who owns Mn 72 over S Cormorant River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.