M 42 over White Water Creek
FairPosted for loadLe Sueur County, Minnesota · 0.1 MI W of JCT TH 13 · Structure no. 4358
- Built
- 1925
- 100 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 32 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 260
- 1971 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
M 42 over White Water Creek is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying M 42 over White Water Creek in Le Sueur County, Minnesota. It was built in 1925, so it is 100 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 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 260 vehicles a day, projected to reach 260 by 2029. The structure is 32 ft (9.9 m) long and 30 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was M 42 over White Water Creek built?
It was built in 1925, making it 100 years old in 2025.
What condition is M 42 over White Water 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 M 42 over White Water Creek carry?
About 260 vehicles per day (1971 count).
How long is M 42 over White Water Creek?
The structure is 32 ft (9.9 m) long with a longest span of 30 ft (9 m) and a deck 30 ft wide.
Who owns M 42 over White Water Creek?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.