US Bridges

Mn 50 over S Br Vermillion River

Fair

Dakota County, Minnesota · 4.5 MI E of Farmington · Structure no. 96686

Built
1989
36 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
40 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
3,908
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Mn 50 over S Br Vermillion River is a concrete culvert carrying Mn 50 over S Br Vermillion River in Dakota County, Minnesota. It was built in 1989, so it is 36 years old, younger 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 3,908 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,700 by 2042. The structure is 40 ft (12.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.7 mi (14 km).

Location

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CarriesMn 50
CrossesS Br Vermillion River
Location4.5 MI E of Farmington
RouteState Highway 50
CountyDakota County
StateMinnesota
Coordinates44.63036, -93.04549
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating45 US tons
Inventory rating32.4 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length40 ft (12.3 m)
Longest span10 ft (3.1 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,908 (2022)
Projected traffic3,700 by 2042
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed8.7 mi (14 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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 50 over S Br Vermillion River built?

It was built in 1989, making it 36 years old in 2025.

What condition is Mn 50 over S Br Vermillion 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 July 2024.

How much traffic does Mn 50 over S Br Vermillion River carry?

About 3,908 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is Mn 50 over S Br Vermillion River?

The structure is 40 ft (12.3 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3.1 m).

Who owns Mn 50 over S Br Vermillion River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.