M 9 over Bitter Creek
FairGoodhue County, Minnesota · In Zumbrota · Structure no. L5394
- Built
- 1930
- 95 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected November 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 22 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,000
- 1986 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
M 9 over Bitter Creek is a concrete culvert carrying M 9 over Bitter Creek in Goodhue County, Minnesota. It was built in 1930, so it is 95 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 1,000 vehicles a day, projected to reach 1,000 by 2029. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was M 9 over Bitter Creek built?
It was built in 1930, making it 95 years old in 2025.
What condition is M 9 over Bitter 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 November 2023.
How much traffic does M 9 over Bitter Creek carry?
About 1,000 vehicles per day (1986 count).
How long is M 9 over Bitter Creek?
The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns M 9 over Bitter Creek?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.