US Bridges

Mn 7 over S Fk Crow River (jd #1)

Fair

Kandiyohi County, Minnesota · 2.0 MI SE of Lake Lillia · Structure no. 96239

Built
1986
39 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected August 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
37 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
2,529
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Mn 7 over S Fk Crow River (jd #1) is a concrete culvert carrying Mn 7 over S Fk Crow River (jd #1) in Kandiyohi County, Minnesota. It was built in 1986, so it is 39 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 2,529 vehicles a day, roughly 18% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,250 by 2041. The structure is 37 ft (11.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 19.3 mi (31 km).

Location

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CarriesMn 7
CrossesS Fk Crow River (jd #1)
Location2.0 MI SE of Lake Lillia
RouteState Highway 7
CountyKandiyohi County
StateMinnesota
Coordinates44.93609, -94.84837
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionAugust 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating43.2 US tons
Inventory rating32.4 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length37 ft (11.2 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 traffic2,529 (2021)
Projected traffic2,250 by 2041
Trucks18%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed19.3 mi (31 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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 7 over S Fk Crow River (jd #1) built?

It was built in 1986, making it 39 years old in 2025.

What condition is Mn 7 over S Fk Crow River (jd #1) 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 August 2024.

How much traffic does Mn 7 over S Fk Crow River (jd #1) carry?

About 2,529 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 18% are trucks.

How long is Mn 7 over S Fk Crow River (jd #1)?

The structure is 37 ft (11.2 m) long with a longest span of 17 ft (5.2 m).

Who owns Mn 7 over S Fk Crow River (jd #1)?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.