Mn 4 over Ditch
FairWatonwan County, Minnesota · 5.9 MI N of ST James · Structure no. 83X01
- Built
- 2012
- 13 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2022
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 41 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 893
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Mn 4 over Ditch is a concrete culvert carrying Mn 4 over Ditch in Watonwan County, Minnesota. It was built in 2012, so it is 13 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 893 vehicles a day, roughly 19% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,200 by 2041. The structure is 41 ft (12.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Mn 4 over Ditch built?
It was built in 2012, making it 13 years old in 2025.
What condition is Mn 4 over Ditch 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 October 2022.
How much traffic does Mn 4 over Ditch carry?
About 893 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 19% are trucks.
How long is Mn 4 over Ditch?
The structure is 41 ft (12.4 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).
Who owns Mn 4 over Ditch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.