Mn 42 over N Fk Whitewater River
FairWabasha County, Minnesota · 0.6 MI S of JCT Csah 25 · Structure no. 79007
- Built
- 2012
- 13 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 98 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,989
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Mn 42 over N Fk Whitewater River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Mn 42 over N Fk Whitewater River in Wabasha County, Minnesota. It was built in 2012, so it is 13 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 2,989 vehicles a day, roughly 20% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,300 by 2042. The structure is 98 ft (29.9 m) long and 54 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.2 mi (18 km).
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Mn 42 over N Fk Whitewater River built?
It was built in 2012, making it 13 years old in 2025.
What condition is Mn 42 over N Fk Whitewater River 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 June 2024.
How much traffic does Mn 42 over N Fk Whitewater River carry?
About 2,989 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 20% are trucks.
How long is Mn 42 over N Fk Whitewater River?
The structure is 98 ft (29.9 m) long with a longest span of 48 ft (14.6 m) and a deck 54 ft wide.
Who owns Mn 42 over N Fk Whitewater River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.