US Bridges

M 5 over Partridge River

Good

Wadena County, Minnesota · 0.2 MI W of JCT Csah 2 · Structure no. 80J16

Built
2003
22 years old
Condition
Good
inspected September 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
57 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
100
2003 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

M 5 over Partridge River is a concrete culvert carrying M 5 over Partridge River in Wadena County, Minnesota. It was built in 2003, so it is 22 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 100 vehicles a day, projected to reach 140 by 2030. The structure is 57 ft (17.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesM 5
CrossesPartridge River
Location0.2 MI W of JCT Csah 2
RouteCity Street 5
Coordinates46.37434, -94.94274
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 inspectionSeptember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating75.6 US tons
Inventory rating45 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length57 ft (17.3 m)
Longest span14 ft (4.3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic100 (2003)
Projected traffic140 by 2030
Trucks—
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 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 5 over Partridge River built?

It was built in 2003, making it 22 years old in 2025.

What condition is M 5 over Partridge 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 September 2024.

How much traffic does M 5 over Partridge River carry?

About 100 vehicles per day (2003 count).

How long is M 5 over Partridge River?

The structure is 57 ft (17.3 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m).

Who owns M 5 over Partridge River?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.