US Bridges

Mn 7 over S Fk Crow River (jd #1)

Good

Meeker County, Minnesota · 1.0 MI E of JCT TH 4 · Structure no. 47003

Built
1990
35 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
73 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
3,315
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Mn 7 over S Fk Crow River (jd #1) is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Mn 7 over S Fk Crow River (jd #1) in Meeker County, Minnesota. It was built in 1990, so it is 35 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 3,315 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,550 by 2041. The structure is 73 ft (22.1 m) long and 50 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).

Location

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CarriesMn 7
CrossesS Fk Crow River (jd #1)
Location1.0 MI E of JCT TH 4
RouteState Highway 7
CountyMeeker County
StateMinnesota
Coordinates44.93552, -94.67523
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

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.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating64 US tons
Inventory rating40.3 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length73 ft (22.1 m)
Longest span71 ft (21.6 m)
Deck width50 ft (15.3 m)
Roadway width47 ft (14.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,315 (2021)
Projected traffic2,550 by 2041
Trucks12%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.2 mi (10 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Mn 7 over S Fk Crow River (jd #1) built?

It was built in 1990, making it 35 years old in 2025.

What condition is Mn 7 over S Fk Crow River (jd #1) 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 2024.

How much traffic does Mn 7 over S Fk Crow River (jd #1) carry?

About 3,315 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.

How long is Mn 7 over S Fk Crow River (jd #1)?

The structure is 73 ft (22.1 m) long with a longest span of 71 ft (21.6 m) and a deck 50 ft wide.

Who owns Mn 7 over S Fk Crow River (jd #1)?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.