Mn 115 over Little Elk River
FairMorrison County, Minnesota · 0.4 MI NE of JCT TH 10 · Structure no. 49031
- Built
- 1979
- 46 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 155 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,358
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Mn 115 over Little Elk River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Mn 115 over Little Elk River in Morrison County, Minnesota. It was built in 1979, so it is 46 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.
It carries about 1,358 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,250 by 2041. The structure is 155 ft (47.3 m) long and 51 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 16.8 mi (27 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Mn 115 over Little Elk River built?
It was built in 1979, making it 46 years old in 2025.
What condition is Mn 115 over Little Elk River 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 July 2024.
How much traffic does Mn 115 over Little Elk River carry?
About 1,358 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is Mn 115 over Little Elk River?
The structure is 155 ft (47.3 m) long with a longest span of 76 ft (23.3 m) and a deck 51 ft wide.
Who owns Mn 115 over Little Elk River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.