US 12 over BNSF Rail
GoodSwift County, Minnesota · 1.0 MI SE of JCT Csah 6 · Structure no. 76005
- Built
- 1977
- 48 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 271 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 4,250
- 2019 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 12 over BNSF Rail is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 12 over BNSF Rail in Swift County, Minnesota. It was built in 1977, so it is 48 years old, older 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 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 4,250 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,700 by 2039. The structure is 271 ft (82.5 m) long and 50 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 km).
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 12 over BNSF Rail built?
It was built in 1977, making it 48 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 12 over BNSF Rail 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 September 2024.
How much traffic does US 12 over BNSF Rail carry?
About 4,250 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.
How long is US 12 over BNSF Rail?
The structure is 271 ft (82.5 m) long with a longest span of 94 ft (28.8 m) and a deck 50 ft wide.
Who owns US 12 over BNSF Rail?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.