US 12 over BNSF Rail
FairKandiyohi County, Minnesota · 7.7 MI E of JCT TH 71 · Structure no. 34023
- Built
- 1988
- 37 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected September 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 260 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 5,609
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 12 over BNSF Rail is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 12 over BNSF Rail in Kandiyohi County, Minnesota. It was built in 1988, so it is 37 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 5,609 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,400 by 2042. The structure is 260 ft (79.2 m) long and 50 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.2 mi (18 km).
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 12 over BNSF Rail built?
It was built in 1988, making it 37 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 12 over BNSF Rail 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 2023.
How much traffic does US 12 over BNSF Rail carry?
About 5,609 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.
How long is US 12 over BNSF Rail?
The structure is 260 ft (79.2 m) long with a longest span of 84 ft (25.5 m) and a deck 50 ft wide.
Who owns US 12 over BNSF Rail?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.