US 14 over TH 22
FairBlue Earth County, Minnesota · At the JCT TH 22 · Structure no. 07026
- Built
- 1996
- 29 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 230 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 12,402
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 14 over TH 22 is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 14 over TH 22 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 12,402 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 11,200 by 2042. The structure is 230 ft (70.1 m) long and 45 ft wide.
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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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| 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 TH 22 built?
It was built in 1996, making it 29 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 14 over TH 22 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 July 2024.
How much traffic does US 14 over TH 22 carry?
About 12,402 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.
How long is US 14 over TH 22?
The structure is 230 ft (70.1 m) long with a longest span of 113 ft (34.4 m) and a deck 45 ft wide.
Who owns US 14 over TH 22?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.