US Bridges

Mn 95 over N Br Sunrise River

Fair

Chisago County, Minnesota · 4.8 MI East of North Bra · Structure no. 5680

Built
1937
88 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected August 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
34 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
2,237
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Mn 95 over N Br Sunrise River is a concrete culvert carrying Mn 95 over N Br Sunrise River in Chisago County, Minnesota. It was built in 1937, so it is 88 years old, older 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 2,237 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,900 by 2042. The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 km).

CarriesMn 95
CrossesN Br Sunrise River
Location4.8 MI East of North Bra
RouteState Highway 95
Coordinates45.51337, -92.89317
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionAugust 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating43.2 US tons
Inventory rating32.4 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadH 15
Structure length34 ft (10.4 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,237 (2022)
Projected traffic2,900 by 2042
Trucks13%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.8 mi (11 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost$177 million
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Mn 95 over N Br Sunrise River built?

It was built in 1937, making it 88 years old in 2025.

What condition is Mn 95 over N Br Sunrise 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 August 2024.

How much traffic does Mn 95 over N Br Sunrise River carry?

About 2,237 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.

How long is Mn 95 over N Br Sunrise River?

The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns Mn 95 over N Br Sunrise River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.