M 51 over Whisky Creek
FairClay County, Minnesota · 0.2 MI S of JCT Csah 2 · Structure no. L9744
- Built
- 1975
- 50 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected January 2025
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 24 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 185
- 1986 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
M 51 over Whisky Creek is a concrete culvert carrying M 51 over Whisky Creek in Clay County, Minnesota. It was built in 1975, so it is 50 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 185 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 185 by 2029. The structure is 24 ft (7.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
Location
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was M 51 over Whisky Creek built?
It was built in 1975, making it 50 years old in 2025.
What condition is M 51 over Whisky Creek 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 January 2025.
How much traffic does M 51 over Whisky Creek carry?
About 185 vehicles per day (1986 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.
How long is M 51 over Whisky Creek?
The structure is 24 ft (7.2 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (2.9 m).
Who owns M 51 over Whisky Creek?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.