US Bridges

Mn 9 over Dnr Glacial Lakes Trl

Good

Kandiyohi County, Minnesota · 0.1 MI N of JCT TH 23 · Structure no. 96823

Built
1994
31 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
29 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
4,900
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Mn 9 over Dnr Glacial Lakes Trl is a concrete culvert carrying Mn 9 over Dnr Glacial Lakes Trl in Kandiyohi County, Minnesota. It was built in 1994, so it is 31 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 4,900 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,150 by 2038. The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesMn 9
CrossesDnr Glacial Lakes Trl
Location0.1 MI N of JCT TH 23
RouteState Highway 9
Coordinates45.29295, -94.94187
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Culvert8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionAugust 2023
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating54 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length29 ft (8.8 m)
Longest span25 ft (7.6 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,900 (2018)
Projected traffic5,150 by 2038
Trucks11%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesPedestrian / bicycle
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 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—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Mn 9 over Dnr Glacial Lakes Trl built?

It was built in 1994, making it 31 years old in 2025.

What condition is Mn 9 over Dnr Glacial Lakes Trl 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 9 over Dnr Glacial Lakes Trl carry?

About 4,900 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.

How long is Mn 9 over Dnr Glacial Lakes Trl?

The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long with a longest span of 25 ft (7.6 m).

Who owns Mn 9 over Dnr Glacial Lakes Trl?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.