US Bridges

CR 172 over Getchell Creek

Good

Stearns County, Minnesota · 2.1 MI N of JCT Csah 30 · Structure no. 73J31

Built
2016
9 years old
Condition
Good
inspected January 2022
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
26 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
65
2013 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

CR 172 over Getchell Creek is a concrete culvert carrying CR 172 over Getchell Creek in Stearns County, Minnesota. It was built in 2016, so it is 9 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 65 vehicles a day, projected to reach 65 by 2033. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 123 mi (198 km).

CarriesCR 172
CrossesGetchell Creek
Location2.1 MI N of JCT Csah 30
RouteCounty Highway 172
Coordinates45.64319, -94.65746
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Good

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionJanuary 2022
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating46.4 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHL 93
Structure length26 ft (7.9 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic65 (2013)
Projected traffic65 by 2033
Trucks—
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed123 mi (198 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was CR 172 over Getchell Creek built?

It was built in 2016, making it 9 years old in 2025.

What condition is CR 172 over Getchell Creek 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 January 2022.

How much traffic does CR 172 over Getchell Creek carry?

About 65 vehicles per day (2013 count).

How long is CR 172 over Getchell Creek?

The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).

Who owns CR 172 over Getchell Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.