US Bridges

Mn 91 over Champepadan Creek

Good

Nobles County, Minnesota · 12.7 MI N of Adrian · Structure no. 53X04

Built
2003
22 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
47 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
1,400
2019 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Mn 91 over Champepadan Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Mn 91 over Champepadan Creek in Nobles County, Minnesota. It was built in 2003, so it is 22 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 1,400 vehicles a day, roughly 20% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,300 by 2039. The structure is 47 ft (14.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.2 mi (18 km).

CarriesMn 91
CrossesChampepadan Creek
Location12.7 MI N of Adrian
RouteState Highway 91
Coordinates43.81813, -95.93285
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJuly 2023
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating64.8 US tons
Inventory rating43.2 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length47 ft (14.3 m)
Longest span14 ft (4.3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,400 (2019)
Projected traffic1,300 by 2039
Trucks20%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed11.2 mi (18 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Mn 91 over Champepadan Creek built?

It was built in 2003, making it 22 years old in 2025.

What condition is Mn 91 over Champepadan Creek 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 2023.

How much traffic does Mn 91 over Champepadan Creek carry?

About 1,400 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 20% are trucks.

How long is Mn 91 over Champepadan Creek?

The structure is 47 ft (14.3 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m).

Who owns Mn 91 over Champepadan Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.