CR 872 over Bear Trap River
FairSt. Louis County, Minnesota · 0.3 MI N of JCT CR 871 · Structure no. 93375
- Built
- 1978
- 47 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 26 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 30
- 2011 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
CR 872 over Bear Trap River is a concrete culvert carrying CR 872 over Bear Trap River in St. Louis County, Minnesota. It was built in 1978, so it is 47 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 30 vehicles a day, projected to reach 30 by 2039. The structure is 26 ft (7.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was CR 872 over Bear Trap River built?
It was built in 1978, making it 47 years old in 2025.
What condition is CR 872 over Bear Trap River 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 2024.
How much traffic does CR 872 over Bear Trap River carry?
About 30 vehicles per day (2011 count).
How long is CR 872 over Bear Trap River?
The structure is 26 ft (7.8 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (2.9 m).
Who owns CR 872 over Bear Trap River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.