US 10 over Bluff Creek
FairOtter Tail County, Minnesota · In Bluffton · Structure no. 91437
- Built
- 1976
- 49 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected August 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 41 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 6,663
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 10 over Bluff Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 10 over Bluff Creek in Otter Tail County, Minnesota. It was built in 1976, so it is 49 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 6 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 6,663 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,000 by 2041. The structure is 41 ft (12.5 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 10 over Bluff Creek built?
It was built in 1976, making it 49 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 10 over Bluff Creek 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 2023.
How much traffic does US 10 over Bluff Creek carry?
About 6,663 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.
How long is US 10 over Bluff Creek?
The structure is 41 ft (12.5 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3.2 m).
Who owns US 10 over Bluff Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.