US Bridges

Mn 316 over Stream

Good

Dakota County, Minnesota · 2.0 MI SE of JCT 61 · Structure no. 19X03

Built
2004
21 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
31 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
7,502
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Mn 316 over Stream is a concrete culvert carrying Mn 316 over Stream in Dakota County, Minnesota. It was built in 2004, so it is 21 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 7,502 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 10,500 by 2042. The structure is 31 ft (9.5 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 13 mi (21 km).

CarriesMn 316
CrossesStream
Location2.0 MI SE of JCT 61
RouteState Highway 316
Coordinates44.69897, -92.82478
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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 protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionOctober 2023
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum 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 length31 ft (9.5 m)
Longest span14 ft (4.3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic7,502 (2022)
Projected traffic10,500 by 2042
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed13 mi (21 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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 Mn 316 over Stream built?

It was built in 2004, making it 21 years old in 2025.

What condition is Mn 316 over Stream 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 October 2023.

How much traffic does Mn 316 over Stream carry?

About 7,502 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is Mn 316 over Stream?

The structure is 31 ft (9.5 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m).

Who owns Mn 316 over Stream?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.