US 10 over S Br Buffalo R
FairClay County, Minnesota · 6.0 MI W of JCT TH 9 · Structure no. 14001
- Built
- 1964
- 61 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected September 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 223 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 8,105
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 10 over S Br Buffalo R is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 10 over S Br Buffalo R in Clay County, Minnesota. It was built in 1964, so it is 61 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 8,105 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,300 by 2042. The structure is 223 ft (68 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 10 over S Br Buffalo R built?
It was built in 1964, making it 61 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 10 over S Br Buffalo R 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 September 2023.
How much traffic does US 10 over S Br Buffalo R carry?
About 8,105 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.
How long is US 10 over S Br Buffalo R?
The structure is 223 ft (68 m) long with a longest span of 85 ft (25.9 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.
Who owns US 10 over S Br Buffalo R?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.