US Bridges

Mn 32 over Cyr Creek

Good

Red Lake County, Minnesota · 1.9 MI N of JCT TH 2 · Structure no. 91496

Built
1977
48 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
31 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
1,034
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Mn 32 over Cyr Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Mn 32 over Cyr Creek in Red Lake 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 1,034 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,050 by 2042. The structure is 31 ft (9.5 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 km).

CarriesMn 32
CrossesCyr Creek
Location1.9 MI N of JCT TH 2
RouteState Highway 32
Coordinates47.77421, -96.26687
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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJune 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating43.2 US tons
Inventory rating32.4 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length31 ft (9.5 m)
Longest span7 ft (2.2 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,034 (2022)
Projected traffic1,050 by 2042
Trucks14%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.8 mi (11 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 32 over Cyr Creek built?

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

What condition is Mn 32 over Cyr 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 32 over Cyr Creek carry?

About 1,034 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.

How long is Mn 32 over Cyr Creek?

The structure is 31 ft (9.5 m) long with a longest span of 7 ft (2.2 m).

Who owns Mn 32 over Cyr Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.