US 10 over Little Elk River
GoodMorrison County, Minnesota · 3.3 MI NW of JCT TH 115 · Structure no. 49023
- Built
- 1978
- 47 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 87 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 3,524
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 10 over Little Elk River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 10 over Little Elk River in Morrison County, Minnesota. It was built in 1978, so it is 47 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 3,524 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,700 by 2042. The structure is 87 ft (26.5 m) long and 44 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 10 over Little Elk River built?
It was built in 1978, making it 47 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 10 over Little Elk River 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 2023.
How much traffic does US 10 over Little Elk River carry?
About 3,524 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.
How long is US 10 over Little Elk River?
The structure is 87 ft (26.5 m) long with a longest span of 84 ft (25.6 m) and a deck 44 ft wide.
Who owns US 10 over Little Elk River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.