US 212 over Ditch
FairRenville County, Minnesota · 0.9 MI E of JCT TH 4 · Structure no. 6299
- Built
- 1930
- 95 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 23 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,900
- 2019 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 212 over Ditch is a concrete culvert carrying US 212 over Ditch in Renville County, Minnesota. It was built in 1930, so it is 95 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 3,900 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,050 by 2039. The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.7 mi (14 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 US 212 over Ditch built?
It was built in 1930, making it 95 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 212 over Ditch 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 October 2023.
How much traffic does US 212 over Ditch carry?
About 3,900 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.
How long is US 212 over Ditch?
The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3.2 m).
Who owns US 212 over Ditch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.