US 212 over Bluff Creek(main Branch)
GoodCarver County, Minnesota · 0.9 MI E Jt CSAH1;AUDOBON · Structure no. 10051
- Built
- 2007
- 18 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 455 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 35,225
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 212 over Bluff Creek(main Branch) is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 212 over Bluff Creek(main Branch) in Carver County, Minnesota. It was built in 2007, so it is 18 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 35,225 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 39,500 by 2042. The structure is 455 ft (138.6 m) long and 45 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
Location
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| 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 US 212 over Bluff Creek(main Branch) built?
It was built in 2007, making it 18 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 212 over Bluff Creek(main Branch) 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 2024.
How much traffic does US 212 over Bluff Creek(main Branch) carry?
About 35,225 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is US 212 over Bluff Creek(main Branch)?
The structure is 455 ft (138.6 m) long with a longest span of 115 ft (35.1 m) and a deck 45 ft wide.
Who owns US 212 over Bluff Creek(main Branch)?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.