M 34 over Buffalo River
GoodClay County, Minnesota · 0.1 MI N of JCT TH 10 · Structure no. 14552
- Built
- 2010
- 15 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected December 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete
- Length
- 80 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 149
- 2010 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
M 34 over Buffalo River is a concrete slab carrying M 34 over Buffalo River in Clay County, Minnesota. It was built in 2010, so it is 15 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 149 vehicles a day, projected to reach 149 by 2030. The structure is 80 ft (24.4 m) long and 35 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was M 34 over Buffalo River built?
It was built in 2010, making it 15 years old in 2025.
What condition is M 34 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 December 2024.
How much traffic does M 34 over Buffalo River carry?
About 149 vehicles per day (2010 count).
How long is M 34 over Buffalo River?
The structure is 80 ft (24.4 m) long with a longest span of 24 ft (7.2 m) and a deck 35 ft wide.
Who owns M 34 over Buffalo River?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.