Mn 65 over East Fork Prairie River
FairItasca County, Minnesota · 10.0 MI N of JCT TH 169 · Structure no. 97479
- Built
- 1993
- 32 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 29 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 790
- 2019 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Mn 65 over East Fork Prairie River is a concrete culvert carrying Mn 65 over East Fork Prairie River in Itasca County, Minnesota. It was built in 1993, so it is 32 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 790 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 740 by 2039. The structure is 29 ft (8.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 55.9 mi (90 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Mn 65 over East Fork Prairie River built?
It was built in 1993, making it 32 years old in 2025.
What condition is Mn 65 over East Fork Prairie River 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 July 2023.
How much traffic does Mn 65 over East Fork Prairie River carry?
About 790 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.
How long is Mn 65 over East Fork Prairie River?
The structure is 29 ft (8.7 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.3 m).
Who owns Mn 65 over East Fork Prairie River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.