CR 534 over Little Swan Creek
FairSt. Louis County, Minnesota · 0.2 MI E of JCT Csah 5 · Structure no. 95938
- Built
- 1983
- 42 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected August 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 26 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 5
- 2011 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
CR 534 over Little Swan Creek is a concrete culvert carrying CR 534 over Little Swan Creek in St. Louis County, Minnesota. It was built in 1983, so it is 42 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 5 vehicles a day, projected to reach 5 by 2039. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 534 over Little Swan Creek built?
It was built in 1983, making it 42 years old in 2025.
What condition is CR 534 over Little Swan 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 August 2023.
How much traffic does CR 534 over Little Swan Creek carry?
About 5 vehicles per day (2011 count).
How long is CR 534 over Little Swan Creek?
The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns CR 534 over Little Swan Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.