Mn 4 over Stony Creek
FairStearns County, Minnesota · 1.3 MI N of Spring Hill · Structure no. 8044
- Built
- 1936
- 89 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 22 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,708
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Mn 4 over Stony Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Mn 4 over Stony Creek in Stearns County, Minnesota. It was built in 1936, so it is 89 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 1,708 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,100 by 2042. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 28 mi (45 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Mn 4 over Stony Creek built?
It was built in 1936, making it 89 years old in 2025.
What condition is Mn 4 over Stony Creek 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 October 2024.
How much traffic does Mn 4 over Stony Creek carry?
About 1,708 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is Mn 4 over Stony Creek?
The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns Mn 4 over Stony Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.