Mn 15 over BNSF Rail
GoodMeeker County, Minnesota · 0.1 MI S of JCT TH 12 · Structure no. 47005
- Built
- 1992
- 33 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 171 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 4,624
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Mn 15 over BNSF Rail is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Mn 15 over BNSF Rail in Meeker 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 4,624 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,450 by 2041. The structure is 171 ft (52.1 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 19.3 mi (31 km).
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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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Mn 15 over BNSF Rail built?
It was built in 1992, making it 33 years old in 2025.
What condition is Mn 15 over BNSF 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 September 2024.
How much traffic does Mn 15 over BNSF Rail carry?
About 4,624 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is Mn 15 over BNSF Rail?
The structure is 171 ft (52.1 m) long with a longest span of 64 ft (19.6 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.
Who owns Mn 15 over BNSF Rail?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.