M 22 over Vermillion River
FairPosted for loadDakota County, Minnesota · 0.5 MI N of JCT Csah 66 · Structure no. L3209
- Built
- 1926
- 99 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected January 2025
- Type
- Girder and Floorbeam System
- Concrete
- Length
- 48 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 115
- 2016 count
- Owner
- Town / Township
- Town or Township Highway Agency
About this bridge
M 22 over Vermillion River is a concrete girder and floorbeam system carrying M 22 over Vermillion River in Dakota County, Minnesota. It was built in 1926, so it is 99 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 115 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 115 by 2039. The structure is 48 ft (14.7 m) long and 26 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 98.8 mi (159 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was M 22 over Vermillion River built?
It was built in 1926, making it 99 years old in 2025.
What condition is M 22 over 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 January 2025.
How much traffic does M 22 over Vermillion River carry?
About 115 vehicles per day (2016 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is M 22 over Vermillion River?
The structure is 48 ft (14.7 m) long with a longest span of 45 ft (13.7 m) and a deck 26 ft wide.
Who owns M 22 over Vermillion River?
It is owned by the Town or Township Highway Agency.