US Bridges

US 10 over Wing River

Good

Wadena County, Minnesota · 5.3 MI SE of JCT TH 71 · Structure no. 96628

Built
1988
37 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
46 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
7,249
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 10 over Wing River is a concrete culvert carrying US 10 over Wing River in Wadena County, Minnesota. It was built in 1988, so it is 37 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 7,249 vehicles a day, roughly 17% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,200 by 2042. The structure is 46 ft (13.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 24.9 mi (40 km).

CarriesUS 10
CrossesWing River
Location5.3 MI SE of JCT TH 71
RouteU.S. Route 10
Coordinates46.40661, -95.03687
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
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 adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating45 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length46 ft (13.9 m)
Longest span44 ft (13.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic7,249 (2022)
Projected traffic8,200 by 2042
Trucks17%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed24.9 mi (40 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusEligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 10 over Wing River built?

It was built in 1988, making it 37 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 10 over Wing 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 US 10 over Wing River carry?

About 7,249 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 17% are trucks.

How long is US 10 over Wing River?

The structure is 46 ft (13.9 m) long with a longest span of 44 ft (13.4 m).

Who owns US 10 over Wing River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.