CR 116 over Wild Rice River
GoodPosted for loadNorman County, Minnesota · 1.3 MI N of JCT Csah 39 · Structure no. 54508
- Built
- 1968
- 57 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 217 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 25
- 2016 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
CR 116 over Wild Rice River is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying CR 116 over Wild Rice River in Norman County, Minnesota. It was built in 1968, so it is 57 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 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 25 vehicles a day, projected to reach 25 by 2039. The structure is 217 ft (66.1 m) long and 34 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).
Location
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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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| 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 CR 116 over Wild Rice River built?
It was built in 1968, making it 57 years old in 2025.
What condition is CR 116 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 October 2024.
How much traffic does CR 116 over Wild Rice River carry?
About 25 vehicles per day (2016 count).
How long is CR 116 over Wild Rice River?
The structure is 217 ft (66.1 m) long with a longest span of 72 ft (21.9 m) and a deck 34 ft wide.
Who owns CR 116 over Wild Rice River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.