US Bridges

US 14 over Jud Ditch # 11

Fair

Waseca County, Minnesota · 13.0 MI W of JCT TH 13;14 · Structure no. 81X02

Built
2004
21 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected August 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
47 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
9,977
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 14 over Jud Ditch # 11 is a concrete culvert carrying US 14 over Jud Ditch # 11 in Waseca County, Minnesota. It was built in 2004, so it is 21 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 9,977 vehicles a day, roughly 23% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,100 by 2042. The structure is 47 ft (14.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.8 mi (19 km).

Location

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CarriesUS 14
CrossesJud Ditch # 11
Location13.0 MI W of JCT TH 13;14
RouteU.S. Route 14
CountyWaseca County
StateMinnesota
Coordinates44.11127, -93.72249
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionAugust 2024
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to 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 length47 ft (14.4 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.6 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic9,977 (2022)
Projected traffic8,100 by 2042
Trucks23%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed11.8 mi (19 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost$1,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 14 over Jud Ditch # 11 built?

It was built in 2004, making it 21 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 14 over Jud Ditch # 11 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 August 2024.

How much traffic does US 14 over Jud Ditch # 11 carry?

About 9,977 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 23% are trucks.

How long is US 14 over Jud Ditch # 11?

The structure is 47 ft (14.4 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.6 m).

Who owns US 14 over Jud Ditch # 11?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.