US 75 over Wild Rice River
GoodNorman County, Minnesota · 0.5 MI S of S JCT TH 200 · Structure no. 54006
- Built
- 2004
- 21 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected May 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 326 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,466
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 75 over Wild Rice River is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 75 over Wild Rice River in Norman County, Minnesota. It was built in 2004, so it is 21 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 1,466 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,850 by 2042. The structure is 326 ft (99.4 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| 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 US 75 over Wild Rice River built?
It was built in 2004, making it 21 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 75 over Wild Rice 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 May 2023.
How much traffic does US 75 over Wild Rice River carry?
About 1,466 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.
How long is US 75 over Wild Rice River?
The structure is 326 ft (99.4 m) long with a longest span of 120 ft (36.6 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.
Who owns US 75 over Wild Rice River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.