Mn 19 over Knowles Creek (cd #9)
FairRice County, Minnesota · 1.9 MI W of JCT TH 35 · Structure no. 96663
- Built
- 1989
- 36 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 23 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 5,990
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Mn 19 over Knowles Creek (cd #9) is a concrete culvert carrying Mn 19 over Knowles Creek (cd #9) in Rice County, Minnesota. It was built in 1989, so it is 36 years old, younger 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 5,990 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,000 by 2042. The structure is 23 ft (6.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 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 19 over Knowles Creek (cd #9) built?
It was built in 1989, making it 36 years old in 2025.
What condition is Mn 19 over Knowles Creek (cd #9) 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 June 2023.
How much traffic does Mn 19 over Knowles Creek (cd #9) carry?
About 5,990 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.
How long is Mn 19 over Knowles Creek (cd #9)?
The structure is 23 ft (6.9 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3.1 m).
Who owns Mn 19 over Knowles Creek (cd #9)?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.