US Bridges

US 75 over CO Ditch # 1

Good

Norman County, Minnesota · 2.5 MI S of Halstad · Structure no. 95836

Built
1986
39 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2023
Type
Culvert
Steel
Length
34 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
1,637
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 75 over CO Ditch # 1 is a steel culvert carrying US 75 over CO Ditch # 1 in Norman County, Minnesota. It was built in 1986, so it is 39 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.

It carries about 1,637 vehicles a day, roughly 18% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,150 by 2042. The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 16.2 mi (26 km).

CarriesUS 75
CrossesCO Ditch # 1
Location2.5 MI S of Halstad
RouteU.S. Route 75
Coordinates47.31753, -96.81607
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 inspectionApril 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating39.6 US tons
Inventory rating28.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialSteel
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadUnknown
Structure length34 ft (10.4 m)
Longest span17 ft (5.2 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,637 (2022)
Projected traffic1,150 by 2042
Trucks18%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed16.2 mi (26 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 US 75 over CO Ditch # 1 built?

It was built in 1986, making it 39 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 75 over CO Ditch # 1 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 April 2023.

How much traffic does US 75 over CO Ditch # 1 carry?

About 1,637 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 18% are trucks.

How long is US 75 over CO Ditch # 1?

The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long with a longest span of 17 ft (5.2 m).

Who owns US 75 over CO Ditch # 1?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.