Mn 30 over Le Sueur River
FairWaseca County, Minnesota · 2.9 MI E of JCT TH 13 · Structure no. 8833
- Built
- 1954
- 71 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 33 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,116
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Mn 30 over Le Sueur River is a concrete culvert carrying Mn 30 over Le Sueur River in Waseca County, Minnesota. It was built in 1954, so it is 71 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 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 1,116 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,200 by 2041. The structure is 33 ft (10.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 16.2 mi (26 km).
Location
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Mn 30 over Le Sueur River built?
It was built in 1954, making it 71 years old in 2025.
What condition is Mn 30 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 July 2023.
How much traffic does Mn 30 over Le Sueur River carry?
About 1,116 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is Mn 30 over Le Sueur River?
The structure is 33 ft (10.2 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3.2 m).
Who owns Mn 30 over Le Sueur River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.