Mn 23 over Mud Creek
FairKanabec County, Minnesota · 7.4 MI NE of Mora · Structure no. 8813
- Built
- 1953
- 72 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 22 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,343
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Mn 23 over Mud Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Mn 23 over Mud Creek in Kanabec County, Minnesota. It was built in 1953, so it is 72 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 3,343 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,650 by 2042. The structure is 22 ft (6.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.8 mi (19 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Mn 23 over Mud Creek built?
It was built in 1953, making it 72 years old in 2025.
What condition is Mn 23 over Mud 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 September 2024.
How much traffic does Mn 23 over Mud Creek carry?
About 3,343 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.
How long is Mn 23 over Mud Creek?
The structure is 22 ft (6.8 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns Mn 23 over Mud Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.