Mn 73 over Moose Horn River
FairCarlton County, Minnesota · 0.6 MI S of JCT TH 27 · Structure no. 09007
- Built
- 1987
- 38 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 86 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 8,030
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Mn 73 over Moose Horn River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Mn 73 over Moose Horn River in Carlton County, Minnesota. It was built in 1987, so it is 38 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 6 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 8,030 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,100 by 2042. The structure is 86 ft (26.2 m) long and 50 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Mn 73 over Moose Horn River built?
It was built in 1987, making it 38 years old in 2025.
What condition is Mn 73 over Moose Horn River 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 June 2023.
How much traffic does Mn 73 over Moose Horn River carry?
About 8,030 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is Mn 73 over Moose Horn River?
The structure is 86 ft (26.2 m) long with a longest span of 41 ft (12.4 m) and a deck 50 ft wide.
Who owns Mn 73 over Moose Horn River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.