US Bridges

Mn 23 over Hawk Creek

Good

Kandiyohi County, Minnesota · 2.5 MI NE of Raymond · Structure no. 34X01

Built
2000
25 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2021
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
38 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
6,409
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Mn 23 over Hawk Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Mn 23 over Hawk Creek in Kandiyohi County, Minnesota. It was built in 2000, so it is 25 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 6,409 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,800 by 2041. The structure is 38 ft (11.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 14.3 mi (23 km).

CarriesMn 23
CrossesHawk Creek
Location2.5 MI NE of Raymond
RouteState Highway 23
Coordinates45.03671, -95.20001
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
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionOctober 2021
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating75.6 US tons
Inventory rating45 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length38 ft (11.7 m)
Longest span17 ft (5.2 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic6,409 (2021)
Projected traffic5,800 by 2041
Trucks12%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed14.3 mi (23 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 Hawk Creek built?

It was built in 2000, making it 25 years old in 2025.

What condition is Mn 23 over Hawk Creek 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 October 2021.

How much traffic does Mn 23 over Hawk Creek carry?

About 6,409 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.

How long is Mn 23 over Hawk Creek?

The structure is 38 ft (11.7 m) long with a longest span of 17 ft (5.2 m).

Who owns Mn 23 over Hawk Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.