US Bridges

Mn 23 over Vandell Brook

Good

Mille Lacs County, Minnesota · 2.1 MI E of Milaca · Structure no. 48X01

Built
1998
27 years old
Condition
Good
inspected September 2022
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
26 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
6,900
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Mn 23 over Vandell Brook is a concrete culvert carrying Mn 23 over Vandell Brook in Mille Lacs County, Minnesota. It was built in 1998, so it is 27 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 6,900 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,400 by 2038. The structure is 26 ft (7.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 67.1 mi (108 km).

CarriesMn 23
CrossesVandell Brook
Location2.1 MI E of Milaca
RouteState Highway 23
Coordinates45.76539, -93.61401
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionSeptember 2022
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating75.6 US tons
Inventory rating45 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length26 ft (7.8 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic6,900 (2018)
Projected traffic6,400 by 2038
Trucks7%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed67.1 mi (108 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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 23 over Vandell Brook built?

It was built in 1998, making it 27 years old in 2025.

What condition is Mn 23 over Vandell Brook 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 2022.

How much traffic does Mn 23 over Vandell Brook carry?

About 6,900 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is Mn 23 over Vandell Brook?

The structure is 26 ft (7.8 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns Mn 23 over Vandell Brook?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.