US Bridges

Mn 27 over Skunk River

Good

Morrison County, Minnesota · 7.4 MI E of Lastrup · Structure no. 49X10

Built
2018
7 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
25 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
892
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Mn 27 over Skunk River is a concrete culvert carrying Mn 27 over Skunk River in Morrison County, Minnesota. It was built in 2018, so it is 7 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 892 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 790 by 2041. The structure is 25 ft (7.5 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.7 mi (14 km).

CarriesMn 27
CrossesSkunk River
Location7.4 MI E of Lastrup
RouteState Highway 27
Coordinates46.06144, -93.92861
Functional classRural Major Collector

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 protection9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 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 alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating46.4 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHL 93
Structure length25 ft (7.5 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic892 (2021)
Projected traffic790 by 2041
Trucks8%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed8.7 mi (14 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Mn 27 over Skunk River built?

It was built in 2018, making it 7 years old in 2025.

What condition is Mn 27 over Skunk 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 July 2024.

How much traffic does Mn 27 over Skunk River carry?

About 892 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is Mn 27 over Skunk River?

The structure is 25 ft (7.5 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).

Who owns Mn 27 over Skunk River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.