Tomahawk Road over Mitawan Creek
FairLake County, Minnesota · 3.6 MI W of JCT FR 177 · Structure no. 090907000001097
- Built
- 1968
- 57 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Steel
- Length
- 21 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 50
- Owner
- Federal
- U.S. Forest Service
About this bridge
Tomahawk Road over Mitawan Creek is a steel culvert carrying Tomahawk Road over Mitawan Creek in Lake County, Minnesota. It was built in 1968, so it is 57 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 50 vehicles a day, projected to reach 75 by 2045. The structure is 21 ft (6.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 620.7 mi (999 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Tomahawk Road over Mitawan Creek built?
It was built in 1968, making it 57 years old in 2025.
What condition is Tomahawk Road over Mitawan 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 October 2024.
How much traffic does Tomahawk Road over Mitawan Creek carry?
About 50 vehicles per day (latest count).
How long is Tomahawk Road over Mitawan Creek?
The structure is 21 ft (6.3 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m).
Who owns Tomahawk Road over Mitawan Creek?
It is owned by the U.S. Forest Service.