US Bridges

Mn 23 over Rcpe Rail

Good

Lyon County, Minnesota · 3.1 MI NE of Florence · Structure no. 42015

Built
1992
33 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2023
Type
Slab
Concrete Continuous
Length
147 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
2,763
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Mn 23 over Rcpe Rail is a concrete continuous slab carrying Mn 23 over Rcpe Rail in Lyon County, Minnesota. It was built in 1992, so it is 33 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 2,763 vehicles a day, roughly 21% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,800 by 2042. The structure is 147 ft (44.8 m) long and 50 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

CarriesMn 23
CrossesRcpe Rail
Location3.1 MI NE of Florence
RouteState Highway 23
Coordinates44.26438, -96.01344
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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionOctober 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating99 US tons
Inventory rating59.4 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length147 ft (44.8 m)
Longest span54 ft (16.5 m)
Deck width50 ft (15.3 m)
Roadway width47 ft (14.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,763 (2022)
Projected traffic2,800 by 2042
Trucks21%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed5 mi (8 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—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Mn 23 over Rcpe Rail built?

It was built in 1992, making it 33 years old in 2025.

What condition is Mn 23 over Rcpe Rail 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 October 2023.

How much traffic does Mn 23 over Rcpe Rail carry?

About 2,763 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 21% are trucks.

How long is Mn 23 over Rcpe Rail?

The structure is 147 ft (44.8 m) long with a longest span of 54 ft (16.5 m) and a deck 50 ft wide.

Who owns Mn 23 over Rcpe Rail?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.