US Bridges

Msas 102 over Whiskey Ditch

Good

Nobles County, Minnesota · 0.3 MI S of JCT Csah 35 · Structure no. 93003

Built
1973
52 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
29 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
1,400
2011 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Msas 102 over Whiskey Ditch is a concrete culvert carrying Msas 102 over Whiskey Ditch in Nobles County, Minnesota. It was built in 1973, so it is 52 years old, older 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 8 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, projected to reach 1,400 by 2039. The structure is 29 ft (8.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesMsas 102
CrossesWhiskey Ditch
Location0.3 MI S of JCT Csah 35
RouteCity Street 102
Coordinates43.62755, -95.61502
Functional classUrban Local

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 protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionOctober 2023
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating46.4 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadUnknown
Structure length29 ft (8.7 m)
Longest span13 ft (3.9 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,400 (2011)
Projected traffic1,400 by 2039
Trucks—
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal 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 Msas 102 over Whiskey Ditch built?

It was built in 1973, making it 52 years old in 2025.

What condition is Msas 102 over Whiskey Ditch 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 October 2023.

How much traffic does Msas 102 over Whiskey Ditch carry?

About 1,400 vehicles per day (2011 count).

How long is Msas 102 over Whiskey Ditch?

The structure is 29 ft (8.7 m) long with a longest span of 13 ft (3.9 m).

Who owns Msas 102 over Whiskey Ditch?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.