US Bridges

M 95 over Jewett Creek (cd # 19)

FairPosted for load

Meeker County, Minnesota · 1.0 MI W of JCT TH 22 · Structure no. L8370

Built
1933
92 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected September 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
22 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
150
1987 count
Owner
Town / Township
Town or Township Highway Agency

About this bridge

M 95 over Jewett Creek (cd # 19) is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying M 95 over Jewett Creek (cd # 19) in Meeker County, Minnesota. It was built in 1933, so it is 92 years old, older than the Minnesota average of 38.5 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 150 vehicles a day, projected to reach 150 by 2029. The structure is 22 ft (6.6 m) long and 29 ft wide.

Location

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CarriesM 95
CrossesJewett Creek (cd # 19)
Location1.0 MI W of JCT TH 22
RouteCity Street 95
CountyMeeker County
StateMinnesota
Coordinates45.1125, -94.54967
Functional classUrban Local

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionSeptember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 12 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation3: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of corrective action
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Operating rating4 US tons
Inventory rating0 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadUnknown
Structure length22 ft (6.6 m)
Longest span17 ft (5.2 m)
Deck width29 ft (8.7 m)
Roadway width25 ft (7.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic150 (1987)
Projected traffic150 by 2029
Trucks—
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerTown or Township Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost$45 million
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was M 95 over Jewett Creek (cd # 19) built?

It was built in 1933, making it 92 years old in 2025.

What condition is M 95 over Jewett Creek (cd # 19) in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in September 2024.

How much traffic does M 95 over Jewett Creek (cd # 19) carry?

About 150 vehicles per day (1987 count).

How long is M 95 over Jewett Creek (cd # 19)?

The structure is 22 ft (6.6 m) long with a longest span of 17 ft (5.2 m) and a deck 29 ft wide.

Who owns M 95 over Jewett Creek (cd # 19)?

It is owned by the Town or Township Highway Agency and maintained by the County Highway Agency.