Mn 6 over Mississippi River
FairCrow Wing County, Minnesota · 4.8 MI N of JCT TH 210 · Structure no. 18001
- Built
- 1984
- 41 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 237 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,614
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Mn 6 over Mississippi River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Mn 6 over Mississippi River in Crow Wing County, Minnesota. It was built in 1984, so it is 41 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 5 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 3,614 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,100 by 2042. The structure is 237 ft (72.3 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 72.1 mi (116 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Mn 6 over Mississippi River built?
It was built in 1984, making it 41 years old in 2025.
What condition is Mn 6 over Mississippi River 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 August 2024.
How much traffic does Mn 6 over Mississippi River carry?
About 3,614 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is Mn 6 over Mississippi River?
The structure is 237 ft (72.3 m) long with a longest span of 78 ft (23.8 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.
Who owns Mn 6 over Mississippi River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.