CR 173 over Wild Rice River
GoodNorman County, Minnesota · 0.6 MI S of JCT Csah 29 · Structure no. 54546
- Built
- 2002
- 23 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 127 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 55
- 2008 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
CR 173 over Wild Rice River is a concrete continuous slab carrying CR 173 over Wild Rice River in Norman County, Minnesota. It was built in 2002, so it is 23 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 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 55 vehicles a day, projected to reach 55 by 2039. The structure is 127 ft (38.6 m) long and 35 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was CR 173 over Wild Rice River built?
It was built in 2002, making it 23 years old in 2025.
What condition is CR 173 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 August 2024.
How much traffic does CR 173 over Wild Rice River carry?
About 55 vehicles per day (2008 count).
How long is CR 173 over Wild Rice River?
The structure is 127 ft (38.6 m) long with a longest span of 48 ft (14.6 m) and a deck 35 ft wide.
Who owns CR 173 over Wild Rice River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.