Mn 56 over Wolf Creek
FairMower County, Minnesota · 0.4 MI S of JCT Csah 2 · Structure no. 6149
- Built
- 1932
- 93 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected August 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 33 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,900
- 2018 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Mn 56 over Wolf Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Mn 56 over Wolf Creek in Mower County, Minnesota. It was built in 1932, so it is 93 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 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 2,900 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,200 by 2038. The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.7 mi (14 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Mn 56 over Wolf Creek built?
It was built in 1932, making it 93 years old in 2025.
What condition is Mn 56 over Wolf 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 August 2023.
How much traffic does Mn 56 over Wolf Creek carry?
About 2,900 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is Mn 56 over Wolf Creek?
The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns Mn 56 over Wolf Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.