Mn 28 over Prairie Creek
FairTodd County, Minnesota · 1.4 MI E of Ward Springs · Structure no. 97368
- Built
- 1999
- 26 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected August 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 42 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 930
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Mn 28 over Prairie Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Mn 28 over Prairie Creek in Todd County, Minnesota. It was built in 1999, so it is 26 years old, younger 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 930 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 980 by 2041. The structure is 42 ft (12.7 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Mn 28 over Prairie Creek built?
It was built in 1999, making it 26 years old in 2025.
What condition is Mn 28 over Prairie 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 August 2023.
How much traffic does Mn 28 over Prairie Creek carry?
About 930 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is Mn 28 over Prairie Creek?
The structure is 42 ft (12.7 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.3 m).
Who owns Mn 28 over Prairie Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.