Spr 18 over Bear Creek
PoorPine County, Minnesota · 6.2 MI W of JCT Csah 22 · Structure no. L3119
- Built
- 1936
- 89 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Wood or Timber
- Length
- 42 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 15
- 1986 count
- Owner
- State
- State Park, Forest, or Reservation Agency
About this bridge
Spr 18 over Bear Creek is a wood or timber slab carrying Spr 18 over Bear Creek 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 poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
It carries about 15 vehicles a day, projected to reach 15 by 2029. The structure is 42 ft (12.8 m) long and 15 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.8 mi (19 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Spr 18 over Bear Creek built?
It was built in 1936, making it 89 years old in 2025.
What condition is Spr 18 over Bear Creek in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in October 2024.
How much traffic does Spr 18 over Bear Creek carry?
About 15 vehicles per day (1986 count).
How long is Spr 18 over Bear Creek?
The structure is 42 ft (12.8 m) long with a longest span of 19 ft (5.7 m) and a deck 15 ft wide.
Who owns Spr 18 over Bear Creek?
It is owned by the State Park, Forest, or Reservation Agency.