US Bridges

Mn 22 over Shanaska Creek

Good

Le Sueur County, Minnesota · 0.9 MI S of Kasota · Structure no. 40X02

Built
1999
26 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2022
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
26 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
12,472
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Mn 22 over Shanaska Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Mn 22 over Shanaska Creek in Le Sueur County, Minnesota. It was built in 1999, so it is 26 years old, younger 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 12,472 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,500 by 2042. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

CarriesMn 22
CrossesShanaska Creek
Location0.9 MI S of Kasota
RouteState Highway 22
Coordinates44.28859, -93.95527
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionAugust 2022
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating75.6 US tons
Inventory rating45 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length26 ft (7.9 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic12,472 (2022)
Projected traffic7,500 by 2042
Trucks7%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Mn 22 over Shanaska Creek built?

It was built in 1999, making it 26 years old in 2025.

What condition is Mn 22 over Shanaska Creek 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 August 2022.

How much traffic does Mn 22 over Shanaska Creek carry?

About 12,472 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is Mn 22 over Shanaska Creek?

The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns Mn 22 over Shanaska Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.