M 5 over Redwood River
PoorPosted for loadLyon County, Minnesota · 0.1 MI W of JCT Csah 15 · Structure no. L9621
- Built
- 1976
- 49 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Wood or Timber
- Length
- 78 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 60
- 1970 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
M 5 over Redwood River is a wood or timber slab carrying M 5 over Redwood River in Lyon County, Minnesota. It was built in 1976, so it is 49 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 60 vehicles a day, projected to reach 60 by 2029. The structure is 78 ft (23.8 m) long and 25 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 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was M 5 over Redwood River built?
It was built in 1976, making it 49 years old in 2025.
What condition is M 5 over Redwood River 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 November 2024.
How much traffic does M 5 over Redwood River carry?
About 60 vehicles per day (1970 count).
How long is M 5 over Redwood River?
The structure is 78 ft (23.8 m) long with a longest span of 31 ft (9.4 m) and a deck 25 ft wide.
Who owns M 5 over Redwood River?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.