Mn 13 over Waterville Creek
FairLe Sueur County, Minnesota · 2.7 MI S of Waterville · Structure no. 1590
- Built
- 1924
- 101 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 21 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,416
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Mn 13 over Waterville Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Mn 13 over Waterville Creek in Le Sueur County, Minnesota. It was built in 1924, so it is 101 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 2,416 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,100 by 2042. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Mn 13 over Waterville Creek built?
It was built in 1924, making it 101 years old in 2025.
What condition is Mn 13 over Waterville 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 November 2024.
How much traffic does Mn 13 over Waterville Creek carry?
About 2,416 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is Mn 13 over Waterville Creek?
The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m).
Who owns Mn 13 over Waterville Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.