US Bridges

US 14 over Dme RR

Fair

Blue Earth County, Minnesota · 2.4 MI E of E JCT TH 22 · Structure no. 07022

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 15% 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).

CarriesUS 14
CrossesDme RR
Location2.4 MI E of E JCT TH 22
RouteU.S. Route 14
Coordinates44.17125, -93.90145
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionApril 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating78.8 US tons
Inventory rating47.2 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length282 ft (85.9 m)
Longest span91 ft (27.7 m)
Deck width45 ft (13.8 m)
Roadway width42 ft (12.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic9,747 (2022)
Projected traffic8,450 by 2042
Trucks15%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

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 15% 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.