I 94 over Sauk River
FairStearns County, Minnesota · 1.6 MI NW of JCT TH 23 · Structure no. 73865
- Built
- 1976
- 49 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 299 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 10,485
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
I 94 over Sauk River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying I 94 over Sauk River in Stearns County, Minnesota. It was built in 1976, so it is 49 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 10,485 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 13,750 by 2041. The structure is 299 ft (91.2 m) long and 44 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was I 94 over Sauk River built?
It was built in 1976, making it 49 years old in 2025.
What condition is I 94 over Sauk River 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 July 2023.
How much traffic does I 94 over Sauk River carry?
About 10,485 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.
How long is I 94 over Sauk River?
The structure is 299 ft (91.2 m) long with a longest span of 99 ft (30.3 m) and a deck 44 ft wide.
Who owns I 94 over Sauk River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.