Mn 23 over Little Willow River
FairPine County, Minnesota · 3.0 MI NE of Bruno · Structure no. 6074
- Built
- 1936
- 89 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected May 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 22 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 757
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Mn 23 over Little Willow River is a concrete culvert carrying Mn 23 over Little Willow River in Pine County, Minnesota. It was built in 1936, so it is 89 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 757 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 600 by 2042. The structure is 22 ft (6.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 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 Mn 23 over Little Willow River built?
It was built in 1936, making it 89 years old in 2025.
What condition is Mn 23 over Little Willow 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 May 2023.
How much traffic does Mn 23 over Little Willow River carry?
About 757 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is Mn 23 over Little Willow River?
The structure is 22 ft (6.8 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns Mn 23 over Little Willow River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.