Mn 23 over Split Rock Creek
FairPipestone County, Minnesota · 1.4 MI NE of Ihlen · Structure no. 5567
- Built
- 1939
- 86 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected September 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 23 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,974
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Mn 23 over Split Rock Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Mn 23 over Split Rock Creek in Pipestone County, Minnesota. It was built in 1939, so it is 86 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 3,974 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,800 by 2041. The structure is 23 ft (6.9 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 Mn 23 over Split Rock Creek built?
It was built in 1939, making it 86 years old in 2025.
What condition is Mn 23 over Split Rock 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 September 2023.
How much traffic does Mn 23 over Split Rock Creek carry?
About 3,974 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.
How long is Mn 23 over Split Rock Creek?
The structure is 23 ft (6.9 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns Mn 23 over Split Rock Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.