Mn 87 over Big Swamp Creek
GoodCass County, Minnesota · 0.1 MI W of S JCT TH 64 · Structure no. 11X01
- Built
- 1998
- 27 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 31 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,002
- 2019 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Mn 87 over Big Swamp Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Mn 87 over Big Swamp Creek in Cass County, Minnesota. It was built in 1998, so it is 27 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 2,002 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,950 by 2039. The structure is 31 ft (9.5 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 42.3 mi (68 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Mn 87 over Big Swamp Creek built?
It was built in 1998, making it 27 years old in 2025.
What condition is Mn 87 over Big Swamp Creek 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 July 2024.
How much traffic does Mn 87 over Big Swamp Creek carry?
About 2,002 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is Mn 87 over Big Swamp Creek?
The structure is 31 ft (9.5 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.8 m).
Who owns Mn 87 over Big Swamp Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.