Mn 60 over Falls Creek
FairRice County, Minnesota · 1.1 MI E of JCT TH 299 · Structure no. 96689
- Built
- 1991
- 34 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 30 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,529
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Mn 60 over Falls Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Mn 60 over Falls Creek in Rice County, Minnesota. It was built in 1991, so it is 34 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 2,529 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,950 by 2042. The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 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 60 over Falls Creek built?
It was built in 1991, making it 34 years old in 2025.
What condition is Mn 60 over Falls 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 June 2023.
How much traffic does Mn 60 over Falls Creek carry?
About 2,529 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is Mn 60 over Falls Creek?
The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).
Who owns Mn 60 over Falls Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.