Mn 15 over Perch Creek
GoodWatonwan County, Minnesota · 2.2 MI S of S JCT TH 30 · Structure no. 91775
- Built
- 1983
- 42 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 51 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,365
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Mn 15 over Perch Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Mn 15 over Perch Creek in Watonwan County, Minnesota. It was built in 1983, so it is 42 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 3,365 vehicles a day, roughly 18% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,700 by 2041. The structure is 51 ft (15.5 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Mn 15 over Perch Creek built?
It was built in 1983, making it 42 years old in 2025.
What condition is Mn 15 over Perch 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 September 2024.
How much traffic does Mn 15 over Perch Creek carry?
About 3,365 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 18% are trucks.
How long is Mn 15 over Perch Creek?
The structure is 51 ft (15.5 m) long with a longest span of 13 ft (4 m).
Who owns Mn 15 over Perch Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.