Mn 15 over Sauk River
GoodStearns County, Minnesota · 2.0 MI N of JCT TH 23 · Structure no. 73027
- Built
- 1990
- 35 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 258 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 18,732
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Mn 15 over Sauk River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Mn 15 over Sauk River in Stearns 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 18,732 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 17,500 by 2041. The structure is 258 ft (78.6 m) long and 44 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Mn 15 over Sauk River built?
It was built in 1990, making it 35 years old in 2025.
What condition is Mn 15 over Sauk 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 July 2023.
How much traffic does Mn 15 over Sauk River carry?
About 18,732 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is Mn 15 over Sauk River?
The structure is 258 ft (78.6 m) long with a longest span of 85 ft (26 m) and a deck 44 ft wide.
Who owns Mn 15 over Sauk River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.