Mn 37 over Dempsey Creek
FairSt. Louis County, Minnesota · 4.9 MI E of JCT TH 169 · Structure no. 8812
- Built
- 1953
- 72 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 23 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 4,700
- 2019 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Mn 37 over Dempsey Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Mn 37 over Dempsey Creek in St. Louis County, Minnesota. It was built in 1953, so it is 72 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.
It carries about 4,700 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,800 by 2039. The structure is 23 ft (6.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Mn 37 over Dempsey Creek built?
It was built in 1953, making it 72 years old in 2025.
What condition is Mn 37 over Dempsey 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 Mn 37 over Dempsey Creek carry?
About 4,700 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is Mn 37 over Dempsey Creek?
The structure is 23 ft (6.9 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns Mn 37 over Dempsey Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.