Mn 46 over Popple River
GoodItasca County, Minnesota · 5.9 MI NW of Squaw Lake · Structure no. 31X11
- Built
- 2016
- 9 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 41 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 820
- 2019 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Mn 46 over Popple River is a concrete culvert carrying Mn 46 over Popple River in Itasca County, Minnesota. It was built in 2016, so it is 9 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 820 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 740 by 2039. The structure is 41 ft (12.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 41 mi (66 km).
Location
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Mn 46 over Popple River built?
It was built in 2016, making it 9 years old in 2025.
What condition is Mn 46 over Popple River 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 September 2024.
How much traffic does Mn 46 over Popple River carry?
About 820 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is Mn 46 over Popple River?
The structure is 41 ft (12.4 m) long with a longest span of 16 ft (4.9 m).
Who owns Mn 46 over Popple River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.