CR 142 over Elm Creek
GoodMartin County, Minnesota · 1.0 MI E of JCT Csah 39 · Structure no. 46533
- Built
- 1981
- 44 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2023
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 130 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 115
- 2014 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
CR 142 over Elm Creek is a prestressed concrete tee beam carrying CR 142 over Elm Creek in Martin County, Minnesota. It was built in 1981, so it is 44 years old, older 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 115 vehicles a day, projected to reach 115 by 2039. The structure is 130 ft (39.6 m) long and 35 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| 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 CR 142 over Elm Creek built?
It was built in 1981, making it 44 years old in 2025.
What condition is CR 142 over Elm Creek 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 September 2023.
How much traffic does CR 142 over Elm Creek carry?
About 115 vehicles per day (2014 count).
How long is CR 142 over Elm Creek?
The structure is 130 ft (39.6 m) long with a longest span of 43 ft (13.2 m) and a deck 35 ft wide.
Who owns CR 142 over Elm Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.