US Bridges

I 94 over CO Ditch # 47

Good

Clay County, Minnesota · 2.1 MI E of JCT TH 75 · Structure no. 14X05

Built
2003
22 years old
Condition
Good
inspected September 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
29 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
36,000
2019 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

I 94 over CO Ditch # 47 is a concrete culvert carrying I 94 over CO Ditch # 47 in Clay County, Minnesota. It was built in 2003, so it is 22 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 36,000 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 39,800 by 2039. The structure is 29 ft (8.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.7 mi (14 km).

CarriesI 94
CrossesCO Ditch # 47
Location2.1 MI E of JCT TH 75
RouteInterstate 94
Coordinates46.84722, -96.71706
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Interstate

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionSeptember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating75.6 US tons
Inventory rating45 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length29 ft (8.7 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic36,000 (2019)
Projected traffic39,800 by 2039
Trucks11%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed8.7 mi (14 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

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—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was I 94 over CO Ditch # 47 built?

It was built in 2003, making it 22 years old in 2025.

What condition is I 94 over CO Ditch # 47 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 I 94 over CO Ditch # 47 carry?

About 36,000 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.

How long is I 94 over CO Ditch # 47?

The structure is 29 ft (8.7 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).

Who owns I 94 over CO Ditch # 47?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.