US Bridges

US 14 over S Fk Whitewater River

Fair

Olmsted County, Minnesota · 4.6 MI E of JCT TH 42 · Structure no. 4988

Built
1930
95 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected August 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
45 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
3,607
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 14 over S Fk Whitewater River is a concrete culvert carrying US 14 over S Fk Whitewater River in Olmsted County, Minnesota. It was built in 1930, so it is 95 years old, older than the Minnesota average of 38.5 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

It carries about 3,607 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,100 by 2042. The structure is 45 ft (13.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesUS 14
CrossesS Fk Whitewater River
Location4.6 MI E of JCT TH 42
RouteU.S. Route 14
CountyOlmsted County
StateMinnesota
Coordinates43.98025, -92.1642
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionAugust 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating43.2 US tons
Inventory rating28.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadH 15
Structure length45 ft (13.6 m)
Longest span14 ft (4.3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,607 (2022)
Projected traffic4,100 by 2042
Trucks7%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 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$108 million
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 14 over S Fk Whitewater River built?

It was built in 1930, making it 95 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 14 over S Fk Whitewater River in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in August 2024.

How much traffic does US 14 over S Fk Whitewater River carry?

About 3,607 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is US 14 over S Fk Whitewater River?

The structure is 45 ft (13.6 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m).

Who owns US 14 over S Fk Whitewater River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.