Mn 13 over Porter Creek
FairScott County, Minnesota · 4.6 MI S of JCT TH 282 · Structure no. 91226
- Built
- 1971
- 54 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 33 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 6,300
- 2018 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Mn 13 over Porter Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Mn 13 over Porter Creek in Scott County, Minnesota. It was built in 1971, so it is 54 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 6,300 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,800 by 2038. The structure is 33 ft (10 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 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 Mn 13 over Porter Creek built?
It was built in 1971, making it 54 years old in 2025.
What condition is Mn 13 over Porter 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 2024.
How much traffic does Mn 13 over Porter Creek carry?
About 6,300 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.
How long is Mn 13 over Porter Creek?
The structure is 33 ft (10 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m).
Who owns Mn 13 over Porter Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.