CR 196 over Skunk Creek
GoodSt. Louis County, Minnesota · 0.9 MI S of JCT CSAH133 · Structure no. 69K43
- Built
- 2016
- 9 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 27 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 45
- 2011 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
CR 196 over Skunk Creek is a concrete culvert carrying CR 196 over Skunk Creek in St. Louis County, Minnesota. It was built in 2016, so it is 9 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 45 vehicles a day, projected to reach 74 by 2031. The structure is 27 ft (8.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 14.9 mi (24 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was CR 196 over Skunk Creek built?
It was built in 2016, making it 9 years old in 2025.
What condition is CR 196 over Skunk 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 September 2024.
How much traffic does CR 196 over Skunk Creek carry?
About 45 vehicles per day (2011 count).
How long is CR 196 over Skunk Creek?
The structure is 27 ft (8.3 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).
Who owns CR 196 over Skunk Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.