US Bridges

Mn 269 over Split Rock Creek

Good

Pipestone County, Minnesota · 0.1 MI W of JCT TH 23 · Structure no. 91465

Built
1977
48 years old
Condition
Good
inspected September 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
54 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
2,211
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Mn 269 over Split Rock Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Mn 269 over Split Rock Creek in Pipestone County, Minnesota. It was built in 1977, so it is 48 years old, older 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 2,211 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,900 by 2042. The structure is 54 ft (16.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).

CarriesMn 269
CrossesSplit Rock Creek
Location0.1 MI W of JCT TH 23
RouteState Highway 269
Coordinates43.84986, -96.40209
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionSeptember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating43.2 US tons
Inventory rating32.4 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length54 ft (16.6 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,211 (2022)
Projected traffic1,900 by 2042
Trucks14%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed9.9 mi (16 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Mn 269 over Split Rock Creek built?

It was built in 1977, making it 48 years old in 2025.

What condition is Mn 269 over Split Rock 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 September 2023.

How much traffic does Mn 269 over Split Rock Creek carry?

About 2,211 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.

How long is Mn 269 over Split Rock Creek?

The structure is 54 ft (16.6 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).

Who owns Mn 269 over Split Rock Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.