US 10 over Buffalo River
GoodClay County, Minnesota · 0.6 MI E of JCT TH 9 · Structure no. 14007
- Built
- 1997
- 28 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 93 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 7,723
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 10 over Buffalo River is a concrete continuous slab carrying US 10 over Buffalo River in Clay County, Minnesota. It was built in 1997, so it is 28 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 7,723 vehicles a day, roughly 19% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,550 by 2042. The structure is 93 ft (28.4 m) long and 45 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 10 over Buffalo River built?
It was built in 1997, making it 28 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 10 over Buffalo 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 2023.
How much traffic does US 10 over Buffalo River carry?
About 7,723 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 19% are trucks.
How long is US 10 over Buffalo River?
The structure is 93 ft (28.4 m) long with a longest span of 35 ft (10.7 m) and a deck 45 ft wide.
Who owns US 10 over Buffalo River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.