Mn 7 over Chippewa River
GoodChippewa County, Minnesota · 0.1 MI NW of JCT TH 59 · Structure no. 12015
- Built
- 2014
- 11 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 166 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,776
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Mn 7 over Chippewa River is a concrete continuous slab carrying Mn 7 over Chippewa River in Chippewa County, Minnesota. It was built in 2014, so it is 11 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 1,776 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,600 by 2041. The structure is 166 ft (50.6 m) long and 48 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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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 | 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 7 over Chippewa River built?
It was built in 2014, making it 11 years old in 2025.
What condition is Mn 7 over Chippewa River 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 September 2024.
How much traffic does Mn 7 over Chippewa River carry?
About 1,776 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is Mn 7 over Chippewa River?
The structure is 166 ft (50.6 m) long with a longest span of 60 ft (18.3 m) and a deck 48 ft wide.
Who owns Mn 7 over Chippewa River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.