Mn 56 over Little Cedar River
GoodMower County, Minnesota · 0.6 MI E of JCT Csah 7 · Structure no. 50008
- Built
- 1992
- 33 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 104 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,578
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Mn 56 over Little Cedar River is a concrete continuous slab carrying Mn 56 over Little Cedar River in Mower County, Minnesota. It was built in 1992, so it is 33 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 1,578 vehicles a day, roughly 20% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,350 by 2042. The structure is 104 ft (31.8 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 13 mi (21 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Mn 56 over Little Cedar River built?
It was built in 1992, making it 33 years old in 2025.
What condition is Mn 56 over Little Cedar 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 August 2023.
How much traffic does Mn 56 over Little Cedar River carry?
About 1,578 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 20% are trucks.
How long is Mn 56 over Little Cedar River?
The structure is 104 ft (31.8 m) long with a longest span of 37 ft (11.3 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.
Who owns Mn 56 over Little Cedar River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.