Spruce Road over Filson Creek
FairLake County, Minnesota · No Data Entered · Structure no. 090905000001018
- Built
- 1953
- 72 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected September 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Steel
- Length
- 20 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 15
- 1989 count
- Owner
- Federal
- U.S. Forest Service
About this bridge
Spruce Road over Filson Creek is a steel culvert carrying Spruce Road over Filson Creek in Lake County, Minnesota. It was built in 1953, so it is 72 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 15 vehicles a day, projected to reach 22 by 2045. The structure is 20 ft (6.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 98.2 mi (158 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Spruce Road over Filson Creek built?
It was built in 1953, making it 72 years old in 2025.
What condition is Spruce Road over Filson Creek 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 September 2023.
How much traffic does Spruce Road over Filson Creek carry?
About 15 vehicles per day (1989 count).
How long is Spruce Road over Filson Creek?
The structure is 20 ft (6.2 m) long.
Who owns Spruce Road over Filson Creek?
It is owned by the U.S. Forest Service.