M 89 over ST James Creek
GoodWatonwan County, Minnesota · 0.1 MI S of JCT Csah 27 · Structure no. 83518
- Built
- 1979
- 46 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected November 2023
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 35 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 40
- 1985 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
M 89 over ST James Creek is a prestressed concrete tee beam carrying M 89 over ST James Creek in Watonwan 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 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 40 vehicles a day, projected to reach 40 by 2029. The structure is 35 ft (10.8 m) long and 45 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was M 89 over ST James Creek built?
It was built in 1979, making it 46 years old in 2025.
What condition is M 89 over ST James 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 November 2023.
How much traffic does M 89 over ST James Creek carry?
About 40 vehicles per day (1985 count).
How long is M 89 over ST James Creek?
The structure is 35 ft (10.8 m) long with a longest span of 33 ft (10.1 m) and a deck 45 ft wide.
Who owns M 89 over ST James Creek?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.