Mn 16 over Root River Overflow
GoodHouston County, Minnesota · 0.6 MI N of JCT TH 44 · Structure no. 28014
- Built
- 2002
- 23 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 205 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 7,319
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Mn 16 over Root River Overflow is a concrete continuous slab carrying Mn 16 over Root River Overflow in Houston County, Minnesota. It was built in 2002, so it is 23 years old, younger than the Minnesota average of 38.5 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 7,319 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,100 by 2042. The structure is 205 ft (62.5 m) long and 51 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Mn 16 over Root River Overflow built?
It was built in 2002, making it 23 years old in 2025.
What condition is Mn 16 over Root River Overflow in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in May 2024.
How much traffic does Mn 16 over Root River Overflow carry?
About 7,319 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is Mn 16 over Root River Overflow?
The structure is 205 ft (62.5 m) long with a longest span of 44 ft (13.4 m) and a deck 51 ft wide.
Who owns Mn 16 over Root River Overflow?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.