Mn 13 over Le Sueur River
FairWaseca County, Minnesota · 3.8 MI N of New Richland · Structure no. 81002
- Built
- 1966
- 59 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete
- Length
- 96 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,017
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Mn 13 over Le Sueur River is a concrete slab carrying Mn 13 over Le Sueur River in Waseca County, Minnesota. It was built in 1966, so it is 59 years old, older 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 5 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 3,017 vehicles a day, roughly 24% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,000 by 2041. The structure is 96 ft (29.3 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Mn 13 over Le Sueur River built?
It was built in 1966, making it 59 years old in 2025.
What condition is Mn 13 over Le Sueur 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 13 over Le Sueur River carry?
About 3,017 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 24% are trucks.
How long is Mn 13 over Le Sueur River?
The structure is 96 ft (29.3 m) long with a longest span of 37 ft (11.2 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.
Who owns Mn 13 over Le Sueur River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.