Mn 22 over E Fk Blue Earth River
FairFaribault County, Minnesota · 2.7 MI S of JCT TH 90 · Structure no. 6341
- Built
- 1940
- 85 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 39 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 720
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Mn 22 over E Fk Blue Earth River is a concrete culvert carrying Mn 22 over E Fk Blue Earth River in Faribault County, Minnesota. It was built in 1940, so it is 85 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 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 720 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 880 by 2040. The structure is 39 ft (11.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Mn 22 over E Fk Blue Earth River built?
It was built in 1940, making it 85 years old in 2025.
What condition is Mn 22 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 July 2023.
How much traffic does Mn 22 over E Fk Blue Earth River carry?
About 720 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.
How long is Mn 22 over E Fk Blue Earth River?
The structure is 39 ft (11.9 m) long with a longest span of 15 ft (4.5 m).
Who owns Mn 22 over E Fk Blue Earth River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.