US 169 over E Fk Blue Earth River
FairFaribault County, Minnesota · 0.9 MI S of JCT TH 90 · Structure no. 22001
- Built
- 1976
- 49 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected August 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 160 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,995
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 169 over E Fk Blue Earth River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 169 over E Fk Blue Earth River in Faribault County, Minnesota. It was built in 1976, so it is 49 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.
It carries about 3,995 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,600 by 2042. The structure is 160 ft (48.8 m) long and 101 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| 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 US 169 over E Fk Blue Earth River built?
It was built in 1976, making it 49 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 169 over E Fk Blue Earth 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 August 2023.
How much traffic does US 169 over E Fk Blue Earth River carry?
About 3,995 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.
How long is US 169 over E Fk Blue Earth River?
The structure is 160 ft (48.8 m) long with a longest span of 79 ft (24 m) and a deck 101 ft wide.
Who owns US 169 over E Fk Blue Earth River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.