Mn 3 over Wolf Creek
FairRice County, Minnesota · 3.7 MI SW of S JCT TH 19 · Structure no. 8837
- Built
- 1954
- 71 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected May 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 23 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 7,215
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Mn 3 over Wolf Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Mn 3 over Wolf Creek in Rice County, Minnesota. It was built in 1954, so it is 71 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 7,215 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,500 by 2042. The structure is 23 ft (6.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 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 Mn 3 over Wolf Creek built?
It was built in 1954, making it 71 years old in 2025.
What condition is Mn 3 over Wolf 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 May 2023.
How much traffic does Mn 3 over Wolf Creek carry?
About 7,215 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is Mn 3 over Wolf Creek?
The structure is 23 ft (6.9 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns Mn 3 over Wolf Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.