Mn 19 over Sand Creek
PoorLe Sueur County, Minnesota · 2.2 MI E of TH19 · Structure no. 8851
- Built
- 1954
- 71 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 23 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 6,395
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Mn 19 over Sand Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Mn 19 over Sand Creek in Le Sueur County, Minnesota. It was built in 1954, so it is 71 years old, older than the Minnesota average of 38.5 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
It carries about 6,395 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,900 by 2042. The structure is 23 ft (6.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Mn 19 over Sand Creek built?
It was built in 1954, making it 71 years old in 2025.
What condition is Mn 19 over Sand Creek in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in October 2024.
How much traffic does Mn 19 over Sand Creek carry?
About 6,395 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is Mn 19 over Sand Creek?
The structure is 23 ft (6.9 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns Mn 19 over Sand Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.