Mn 55 over Bassett Creek
FairHennepin County, Minnesota · 0.6 MI East of JCT TH 16 · Structure no. 6732
- Built
- 1951
- 74 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 29 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 32,499
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Mn 55 over Bassett Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Mn 55 over Bassett Creek in Hennepin County, Minnesota. It was built in 1951, so it is 74 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 32,499 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 38,000 by 2042. The structure is 29 ft (8.8 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 Mn 55 over Bassett Creek built?
It was built in 1951, making it 74 years old in 2025.
What condition is Mn 55 over Bassett 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 June 2023.
How much traffic does Mn 55 over Bassett Creek carry?
About 32,499 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is Mn 55 over Bassett Creek?
The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6.1 m).
Who owns Mn 55 over Bassett Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.