US Bridges

Mn 22 over Mid Br Rush River

Good

Sibley County, Minnesota · 4.5 MI S of Gaylord · Structure no. 72008

Built
1990
35 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2024
Type
Slab
Concrete Continuous
Length
85 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
2,356
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Mn 22 over Mid Br Rush River is a concrete continuous slab carrying Mn 22 over Mid Br Rush River in Sibley County, Minnesota. It was built in 1990, so it is 35 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 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 2,356 vehicles a day, roughly 31% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,000 by 2042. The structure is 85 ft (25.8 m) long and 45 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.7 mi (14 km).

CarriesMn 22
CrossesMid Br Rush River
Location4.5 MI S of Gaylord
RouteState Highway 22
Coordinates44.49588, -94.21115
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionAugust 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating73.4 US tons
Inventory rating44.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length85 ft (25.8 m)
Longest span41 ft (12.5 m)
Deck width45 ft (13.7 m)
Roadway width45 ft (13.7 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,356 (2022)
Projected traffic2,000 by 2042
Trucks31%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed8.7 mi (14 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Mn 22 over Mid Br Rush River built?

It was built in 1990, making it 35 years old in 2025.

What condition is Mn 22 over Mid Br Rush River 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 August 2024.

How much traffic does Mn 22 over Mid Br Rush River carry?

About 2,356 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 31% are trucks.

How long is Mn 22 over Mid Br Rush River?

The structure is 85 ft (25.8 m) long with a longest span of 41 ft (12.5 m) and a deck 45 ft wide.

Who owns Mn 22 over Mid Br Rush River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.