Mn 6 over Grouse Creek
FairItasca County, Minnesota · 12.0 MI N of Deer River · Structure no. 31X02
- Built
- 1995
- 30 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 26 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,100
- 2019 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Mn 6 over Grouse Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Mn 6 over Grouse Creek in Itasca County, Minnesota. It was built in 1995, so it is 30 years old, younger 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 1,100 vehicles a day, roughly 19% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,100 by 2039. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 47.2 mi (76 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 6 over Grouse Creek built?
It was built in 1995, making it 30 years old in 2025.
What condition is Mn 6 over Grouse 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 2024.
How much traffic does Mn 6 over Grouse Creek carry?
About 1,100 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 19% are trucks.
How long is Mn 6 over Grouse Creek?
The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3.1 m).
Who owns Mn 6 over Grouse Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.