Mn 55 over Cp Rail
GoodStearns County, Minnesota · 3.1 MI W of JCT TH 15; 55 · Structure no. 73031
- Built
- 2005
- 20 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 216 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,993
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Mn 55 over Cp Rail is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Mn 55 over Cp Rail in Stearns County, Minnesota. It was built in 2005, so it is 20 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 3,993 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,650 by 2041. The structure is 216 ft (65.7 m) long and 51 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 42.3 mi (68 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Mn 55 over Cp Rail built?
It was built in 2005, making it 20 years old in 2025.
What condition is Mn 55 over Cp Rail 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 May 2024.
How much traffic does Mn 55 over Cp Rail carry?
About 3,993 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.
How long is Mn 55 over Cp Rail?
The structure is 216 ft (65.7 m) long with a longest span of 70 ft (21.2 m) and a deck 51 ft wide.
Who owns Mn 55 over Cp Rail?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.