Mn 1 over W Branch Baptism River
GoodLake County, Minnesota · In Finland · Structure no. 38002
- Built
- 1986
- 39 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected June 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 71 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 904
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Mn 1 over W Branch Baptism River is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Mn 1 over W Branch Baptism River in Lake 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 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 904 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 990 by 2042. The structure is 71 ft (21.5 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 14.9 mi (24 km).
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Mn 1 over W Branch Baptism River built?
It was built in 1986, making it 39 years old in 2025.
What condition is Mn 1 over W Branch Baptism River 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 June 2023.
How much traffic does Mn 1 over W Branch Baptism River carry?
About 904 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.
How long is Mn 1 over W Branch Baptism River?
The structure is 71 ft (21.5 m) long with a longest span of 66 ft (20.1 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.
Who owns Mn 1 over W Branch Baptism River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.