Mn 48 over Bear Creek
GoodPine County, Minnesota · 9.1 MI E of JCT TH 35 · Structure no. 58X01
- Built
- 2000
- 25 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected June 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 30 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,713
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Mn 48 over Bear Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Mn 48 over Bear Creek in Pine County, Minnesota. It was built in 2000, so it is 25 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 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 2,713 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,000 by 2042. The structure is 30 ft (9.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).
Location
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Mn 48 over Bear Creek built?
It was built in 2000, making it 25 years old in 2025.
What condition is Mn 48 over Bear Creek 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 June 2023.
How much traffic does Mn 48 over Bear Creek carry?
About 2,713 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.
How long is Mn 48 over Bear Creek?
The structure is 30 ft (9.2 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).
Who owns Mn 48 over Bear Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.