US Bridges

M 25 over N Fk Whitewater River

Good

Wabasha County, Minnesota · 0.6 MI E of JCT TH 42 · Structure no. 79J11

Built
1996
29 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
44 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
8
1986 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

M 25 over N Fk Whitewater River is a concrete culvert carrying M 25 over N Fk Whitewater River in Wabasha County, Minnesota. It was built in 1996, so it is 29 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 8 vehicles a day, projected to reach 8 by 2029. The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 98.8 mi (159 km).

CarriesM 25
CrossesN Fk Whitewater River
Location0.6 MI E of JCT TH 42
RouteCity Street 25
Coordinates44.12873, -92.23934
Functional classRural Local

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 inspectionOctober 2023
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating64.8 US tons
Inventory rating43.2 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length44 ft (13.4 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic8 (1986)
Projected traffic8 by 2029
Trucks—
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed98.8 mi (159 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal 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 M 25 over N Fk Whitewater River built?

It was built in 1996, making it 29 years old in 2025.

What condition is M 25 over N Fk Whitewater River 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 October 2023.

How much traffic does M 25 over N Fk Whitewater River carry?

About 8 vehicles per day (1986 count).

How long is M 25 over N Fk Whitewater River?

The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).

Who owns M 25 over N Fk Whitewater River?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.