US Bridges

Mn 29 over Shakopee Creek (jd #18)

Good

Swift County, Minnesota · 8.8 MI S of Benson · Structure no. 96938

Built
1991
34 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
46 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
1,200
2019 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Mn 29 over Shakopee Creek (jd #18) is a concrete culvert carrying Mn 29 over Shakopee Creek (jd #18) in Swift County, Minnesota. It was built in 1991, so it is 34 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 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 1,200 vehicles a day, roughly 24% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,050 by 2039. The structure is 46 ft (14.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

CarriesMn 29
CrossesShakopee Creek (jd #18)
Location8.8 MI S of Benson
RouteState Highway 29
Coordinates45.19492, -95.59374
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionAugust 2024
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating59.4 US tons
Inventory rating39.6 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length46 ft (14.1 m)
Longest span14 ft (4.2 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,200 (2019)
Projected traffic1,050 by 2039
Trucks24%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Mn 29 over Shakopee Creek (jd #18) built?

It was built in 1991, making it 34 years old in 2025.

What condition is Mn 29 over Shakopee Creek (jd #18) 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 August 2024.

How much traffic does Mn 29 over Shakopee Creek (jd #18) carry?

About 1,200 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 24% are trucks.

How long is Mn 29 over Shakopee Creek (jd #18)?

The structure is 46 ft (14.1 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.2 m).

Who owns Mn 29 over Shakopee Creek (jd #18)?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.