US Bridges

Mn 23 over Mid Fk Crow River

Good

Kandiyohi County, Minnesota · 2.3 MI S of JCT TH 9 · Structure no. 34029

Built
2002
23 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
160 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
9,669
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Mn 23 over Mid Fk Crow River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Mn 23 over Mid Fk Crow River in Kandiyohi County, Minnesota. It was built in 2002, so it is 23 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 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 9,669 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 10,600 by 2041. The structure is 160 ft (48.8 m) long and 103 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesMn 23
CrossesMid Fk Crow River
Location2.3 MI S of JCT TH 9
RouteState Highway 23
Coordinates45.26473, -94.94251
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionAugust 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating75.4 US tons
Inventory rating48.9 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length160 ft (48.8 m)
Longest span77 ft (23.6 m)
Deck width103 ft (31.5 m)
Roadway width86 ft (26.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic9,669 (2021)
Projected traffic10,600 by 2041
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Mn 23 over Mid Fk Crow River built?

It was built in 2002, making it 23 years old in 2025.

What condition is Mn 23 over Mid Fk Crow 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 August 2023.

How much traffic does Mn 23 over Mid Fk Crow River carry?

About 9,669 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is Mn 23 over Mid Fk Crow River?

The structure is 160 ft (48.8 m) long with a longest span of 77 ft (23.6 m) and a deck 103 ft wide.

Who owns Mn 23 over Mid Fk Crow River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.