I 90 over E Fk Blue Earth River
FairFaribault County, Minnesota · 0.2 MI W of JCT TH 22 · Structure no. 91541
- Built
- 1977
- 48 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 52 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 7,508
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
I 90 over E Fk Blue Earth River is a concrete culvert carrying I 90 over E Fk Blue Earth River in Faribault County, Minnesota. It was built in 1977, so it is 48 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 7,508 vehicles a day, roughly 36% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,800 by 2042. The structure is 52 ft (15.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
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Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was I 90 over E Fk Blue Earth River built?
It was built in 1977, making it 48 years old in 2025.
What condition is I 90 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 October 2023.
How much traffic does I 90 over E Fk Blue Earth River carry?
About 7,508 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 36% are trucks.
How long is I 90 over E Fk Blue Earth River?
The structure is 52 ft (15.9 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.4 m).
Who owns I 90 over E Fk Blue Earth River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.