I 94 over S Fk Watab River
FairStearns County, Minnesota · 4.3 MI NW of JCT TH 23 · Structure no. 91300
- Built
- 1976
- 49 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 26 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 24,900
- 2019 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
I 94 over S Fk Watab River is a concrete culvert carrying I 94 over S Fk Watab 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 24,900 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 25,500 by 2039. The structure is 26 ft (7.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 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 S Fk Watab River built?
It was built in 1976, making it 49 years old in 2025.
What condition is I 94 over S Fk Watab 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 S Fk Watab River carry?
About 24,900 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.
How long is I 94 over S Fk Watab River?
The structure is 26 ft (7.8 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3.2 m).
Who owns I 94 over S Fk Watab River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.