Mn 65 over Prairie Creek
GoodKoochiching County, Minnesota · 11.1 MI N of County Line · Structure no. 36X12
- Built
- 2013
- 12 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 34 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 36
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Mn 65 over Prairie Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Mn 65 over Prairie Creek in Koochiching County, Minnesota. It was built in 2013, so it is 12 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 36 vehicles a day, roughly 28% of them trucks, projected to reach 65 by 2042. The structure is 34 ft (10.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 44.1 mi (71 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Mn 65 over Prairie Creek built?
It was built in 2013, making it 12 years old in 2025.
What condition is Mn 65 over Prairie 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 July 2023.
How much traffic does Mn 65 over Prairie Creek carry?
About 36 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 28% are trucks.
How long is Mn 65 over Prairie Creek?
The structure is 34 ft (10.3 m) long with a longest span of 15 ft (4.5 m).
Who owns Mn 65 over Prairie Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.