CR 116 over Pelican River
FairOtter Tail County, Minnesota · 1.3 MI E of JCT Csah 21 · Structure no. 91674
- Built
- 1978
- 47 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 47 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 185
- 2015 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
CR 116 over Pelican River is a concrete culvert carrying CR 116 over Pelican River in Otter Tail County, Minnesota. It was built in 1978, so it is 47 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 185 vehicles a day, projected to reach 185 by 2039. The structure is 47 ft (14.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was CR 116 over Pelican River built?
It was built in 1978, making it 47 years old in 2025.
What condition is CR 116 over Pelican 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 October 2023.
How much traffic does CR 116 over Pelican River carry?
About 185 vehicles per day (2015 count).
How long is CR 116 over Pelican River?
The structure is 47 ft (14.4 m) long with a longest span of 13 ft (3.9 m).
Who owns CR 116 over Pelican River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.