I 94 over Pelican Creek
PoorGrant County, Minnesota · 1.0 MI NW of JCT Csah 4 · Structure no. 26X01
- Built
- 1963
- 62 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Steel
- Length
- 33 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 15,302
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
I 94 over Pelican Creek is a steel culvert carrying I 94 over Pelican Creek in Grant County, Minnesota. It was built in 1963, so it is 62 years old, older than the Minnesota average of 38.5 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
It carries about 15,302 vehicles a day, roughly 33% of them trucks, projected to reach 15,600 by 2041. The structure is 33 ft (10 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 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was I 94 over Pelican Creek built?
It was built in 1963, making it 62 years old in 2025.
What condition is I 94 over Pelican Creek in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in August 2024.
How much traffic does I 94 over Pelican Creek carry?
About 15,302 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 33% are trucks.
How long is I 94 over Pelican Creek?
The structure is 33 ft (10 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.3 m).
Who owns I 94 over Pelican Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.