Mn 1 over Baptism River
FairLake County, Minnesota · 2.8 MI N of JCT TH 61 · Structure no. 38009
- Built
- 1992
- 33 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 156 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 881
- 2019 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Mn 1 over Baptism River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Mn 1 over Baptism River in Lake County, Minnesota. It was built in 1992, so it is 33 years old, younger 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 881 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 930 by 2039. The structure is 156 ft (47.7 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 13 mi (21 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Mn 1 over Baptism River built?
It was built in 1992, making it 33 years old in 2025.
What condition is Mn 1 over Baptism River 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 June 2023.
How much traffic does Mn 1 over Baptism River carry?
About 881 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.
How long is Mn 1 over Baptism River?
The structure is 156 ft (47.7 m) long with a longest span of 76 ft (23.2 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.
Who owns Mn 1 over Baptism River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.