Mn 117 over Lake Traverse
GoodTraverse County, Minnesota · South Dakota State Line · Structure no. 78004
- Built
- 2001
- 24 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 169 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 295
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Mn 117 over Lake Traverse is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Mn 117 over Lake Traverse in Traverse County, Minnesota. It was built in 2001, so it is 24 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 295 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 270 by 2042. The structure is 169 ft (51.5 m) long and 38 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 24.9 mi (40 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Mn 117 over Lake Traverse built?
It was built in 2001, making it 24 years old in 2025.
What condition is Mn 117 over Lake Traverse 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 117 over Lake Traverse carry?
About 295 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is Mn 117 over Lake Traverse?
The structure is 169 ft (51.5 m) long with a longest span of 55 ft (16.8 m) and a deck 38 ft wide.
Who owns Mn 117 over Lake Traverse?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.