Mn 3 over Vermillion River
GoodDakota County, Minnesota · 1.3 MI N of JCT TH 50 · Structure no. 19094
- Built
- 2003
- 22 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected April 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 126 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 12,200
- 2018 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Mn 3 over Vermillion River is a concrete continuous slab carrying Mn 3 over Vermillion River in Dakota 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 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 12,200 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 12,000 by 2038. The structure is 126 ft (38.4 m) long and 70 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Mn 3 over Vermillion River built?
It was built in 2003, making it 22 years old in 2025.
What condition is Mn 3 over Vermillion 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 April 2023.
How much traffic does Mn 3 over Vermillion River carry?
About 12,200 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.
How long is Mn 3 over Vermillion River?
The structure is 126 ft (38.4 m) long with a longest span of 47 ft (14.3 m) and a deck 70 ft wide.
Who owns Mn 3 over Vermillion River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.