Mn 19 over Yellow Medicine River
FairLincoln County, Minnesota · 1.3 MI W of Ivanhoe · Structure no. 8736
- Built
- 1927
- 98 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 22 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,003
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Mn 19 over Yellow Medicine River is a concrete culvert carrying Mn 19 over Yellow Medicine River in Lincoln County, Minnesota. It was built in 1927, so it is 98 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.
It carries about 1,003 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,150 by 2042. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long.
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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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Mn 19 over Yellow Medicine River built?
It was built in 1927, making it 98 years old in 2025.
What condition is Mn 19 over Yellow Medicine 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 November 2024.
How much traffic does Mn 19 over Yellow Medicine River carry?
About 1,003 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.
How long is Mn 19 over Yellow Medicine River?
The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (2.9 m).
Who owns Mn 19 over Yellow Medicine River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.