M 53 over Valley Creek
GoodWashington County, Minnesota · 0.9 MI E of JCT CR 71 · Structure no. 82505
- Built
- 1979
- 46 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 42 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 90
- 2005 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
M 53 over Valley Creek is a concrete continuous slab carrying M 53 over Valley Creek in Washington County, Minnesota. It was built in 1979, so it is 46 years old, older 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 90 vehicles a day, projected to reach 90 by 2029. The structure is 42 ft (12.8 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was M 53 over Valley Creek built?
It was built in 1979, making it 46 years old in 2025.
What condition is M 53 over Valley Creek 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 M 53 over Valley Creek carry?
About 90 vehicles per day (2005 count).
How long is M 53 over Valley Creek?
The structure is 42 ft (12.8 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.
Who owns M 53 over Valley Creek?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.