Mn 23 over Estes Brook
GoodBenton County, Minnesota · 2.7 MI E of Oak Park · Structure no. 05X03
- Built
- 1998
- 27 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2021
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 30 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 6,500
- 2019 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Mn 23 over Estes Brook is a concrete culvert carrying Mn 23 over Estes Brook in Benton County, Minnesota. It was built in 1998, so it is 27 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 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 6,500 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,200 by 2039. The structure is 30 ft (9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 67.1 mi (108 km).
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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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Mn 23 over Estes Brook built?
It was built in 1998, making it 27 years old in 2025.
What condition is Mn 23 over Estes Brook 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 August 2021.
How much traffic does Mn 23 over Estes Brook carry?
About 6,500 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is Mn 23 over Estes Brook?
The structure is 30 ft (9 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).
Who owns Mn 23 over Estes Brook?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.