M 53 over Valley Creek
GoodWashington County, Minnesota · 0.3 MI W of JCT Csah 21 · Structure no. 91976
- Built
- 1985
- 40 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete
- Length
- 57 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 218
- 1986 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
M 53 over Valley Creek is a concrete slab carrying M 53 over Valley Creek in Washington County, Minnesota. It was built in 1985, so it is 40 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 218 vehicles a day, projected to reach 218 by 2029. The structure is 57 ft (17.4 m) long and 38 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 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 | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, 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 1985, making it 40 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 218 vehicles per day (1986 count).
How long is M 53 over Valley Creek?
The structure is 57 ft (17.4 m) long with a longest span of 18 ft (5.6 m) and a deck 38 ft wide.
Who owns M 53 over Valley Creek?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.