I 94 over Getchell Creek
FairStearns County, Minnesota · 1.5 MI E of Freeport · Structure no. 8848
- Built
- 1956
- 69 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 39 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 25,577
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
I 94 over Getchell Creek is a concrete culvert carrying I 94 over Getchell Creek in Stearns County, Minnesota. It was built in 1956, so it is 69 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 25,577 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 28,000 by 2041. The structure is 39 ft (12 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 62.8 mi (101 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 I 94 over Getchell Creek built?
It was built in 1956, making it 69 years old in 2025.
What condition is I 94 over Getchell 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 June 2024.
How much traffic does I 94 over Getchell Creek carry?
About 25,577 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.
How long is I 94 over Getchell Creek?
The structure is 39 ft (12 m) long with a longest span of 15 ft (4.5 m).
Who owns I 94 over Getchell Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.