Mn 3 over Mud Creek
GoodDakota County, Minnesota · 8.6 MI S of JCT TH 50 · Structure no. 97776
- Built
- 2003
- 22 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected April 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 21 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 4,099
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Mn 3 over Mud Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Mn 3 over Mud Creek 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 4,099 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,900 by 2042. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).
Location
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Mn 3 over Mud Creek built?
It was built in 2003, making it 22 years old in 2025.
What condition is Mn 3 over Mud Creek 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 Mud Creek carry?
About 4,099 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is Mn 3 over Mud Creek?
The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.5 m).
Who owns Mn 3 over Mud Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.