US 14 over Dme RR
FairBlue Earth County, Minnesota · 2.4 MI E of E JCT TH 22 · Structure no. 07021
- Built
- 1996
- 29 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 282 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 9,747
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 14 over Dme RR is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 14 over Dme RR in Blue Earth County, Minnesota. It was built in 1996, so it is 29 years old, younger 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 5 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 9,747 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,450 by 2042. The structure is 282 ft (85.9 m) long and 45 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 14 over Dme RR built?
It was built in 1996, making it 29 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 14 over Dme RR 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 April 2024.
How much traffic does US 14 over Dme RR carry?
About 9,747 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.
How long is US 14 over Dme RR?
The structure is 282 ft (85.9 m) long with a longest span of 91 ft (27.7 m) and a deck 45 ft wide.
Who owns US 14 over Dme RR?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.