M 173 over Keene Creek
GoodSt. Louis County, Minnesota · 0.1 MI E of 63rd Ave W · Structure no. 69K13
- Built
- 2014
- 11 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 33 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 320
- 2013 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
M 173 over Keene Creek is a concrete culvert carrying M 173 over Keene Creek in St. Louis County, Minnesota. It was built in 2014, so it is 11 years old, younger than the Minnesota average of 38.5 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 320 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 384 by 2034. The structure is 33 ft (10 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was M 173 over Keene Creek built?
It was built in 2014, making it 11 years old in 2025.
What condition is M 173 over Keene Creek in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in October 2024.
How much traffic does M 173 over Keene Creek carry?
About 320 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is M 173 over Keene Creek?
The structure is 33 ft (10 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m).
Who owns M 173 over Keene Creek?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.