Ut 9218 over Water Hen Creek
FairPosted for loadSt. Louis County, Minnesota · 0.1 MI S of JCT Csah 16 · Structure no. 69567
- Built
- 1984
- 41 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 34 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 5
- 2003 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Ut 9218 over Water Hen Creek is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Ut 9218 over Water Hen Creek in St. Louis County, Minnesota. It was built in 1984, so it is 41 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 5 vehicles a day, projected to reach 5 by 2029. The structure is 34 ft (10.5 m) long and 26 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 123 mi (198 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Ut 9218 over Water Hen Creek built?
It was built in 1984, making it 41 years old in 2025.
What condition is Ut 9218 over Water Hen 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 2024.
How much traffic does Ut 9218 over Water Hen Creek carry?
About 5 vehicles per day (2003 count).
How long is Ut 9218 over Water Hen Creek?
The structure is 34 ft (10.5 m) long with a longest span of 33 ft (10.1 m) and a deck 26 ft wide.
Who owns Ut 9218 over Water Hen Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.