M 3 over Murphy Creek
FairMower County, Minnesota · 0.2 MI E JCT Csah 45 · Structure no. 50J95
- Built
- 2007
- 18 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 28 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 50
- 1986 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
M 3 over Murphy Creek is a concrete culvert carrying M 3 over Murphy Creek in Mower County, Minnesota. It was built in 2007, so it is 18 years old, younger 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 6 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 50 vehicles a day, projected to reach 50 by 2029. The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 123 mi (198 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was M 3 over Murphy Creek built?
It was built in 2007, making it 18 years old in 2025.
What condition is M 3 over Murphy Creek 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 June 2023.
How much traffic does M 3 over Murphy Creek carry?
About 50 vehicles per day (1986 count).
How long is M 3 over Murphy Creek?
The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long with a longest span of 13 ft (3.9 m).
Who owns M 3 over Murphy Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.