M 8 over Spring Valley Creek
FairFillmore County, Minnesota · 0.1 MI S of JCT Csah 1 · Structure no. L9581
- Built
- 1974
- 51 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected March 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 32 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 300
- 1973 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
M 8 over Spring Valley Creek is a concrete culvert carrying M 8 over Spring Valley Creek in Fillmore County, Minnesota. It was built in 1974, so it is 51 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 300 vehicles a day, projected to reach 300 by 2029. The structure is 32 ft (9.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 M 8 over Spring Valley Creek built?
It was built in 1974, making it 51 years old in 2025.
What condition is M 8 over Spring Valley Creek 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 March 2023.
How much traffic does M 8 over Spring Valley Creek carry?
About 300 vehicles per day (1973 count).
How long is M 8 over Spring Valley Creek?
The structure is 32 ft (9.9 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.5 m).
Who owns M 8 over Spring Valley Creek?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.