US 75 over Eighteen Mile Creek
FairTraverse County, Minnesota · 0.7 MI S of Wheaton · Structure no. 6346
- Built
- 1941
- 84 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 33 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,099
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 75 over Eighteen Mile Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 75 over Eighteen Mile Creek in Traverse County, Minnesota. It was built in 1941, so it is 84 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 1,099 vehicles a day, roughly 19% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,400 by 2042. The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 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 US 75 over Eighteen Mile Creek built?
It was built in 1941, making it 84 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 75 over Eighteen Mile 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 2024.
How much traffic does US 75 over Eighteen Mile Creek carry?
About 1,099 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 19% are trucks.
How long is US 75 over Eighteen Mile Creek?
The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.3 m).
Who owns US 75 over Eighteen Mile Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.