US 75 over Otter Tail River
FairWilkin County, Minnesota · 0.6 MI NE of Breckenridg · Structure no. 84009
- Built
- 1986
- 39 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 188 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 5,165
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 75 over Otter Tail River is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 75 over Otter Tail River in Wilkin County, Minnesota. It was built in 1986, so it is 39 years old, older 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 5 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 5,165 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,900 by 2042. The structure is 188 ft (57.3 m) long and 59 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 75 over Otter Tail River built?
It was built in 1986, making it 39 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 75 over Otter Tail River 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 August 2024.
How much traffic does US 75 over Otter Tail River carry?
About 5,165 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is US 75 over Otter Tail River?
The structure is 188 ft (57.3 m) long with a longest span of 92 ft (27.9 m) and a deck 59 ft wide.
Who owns US 75 over Otter Tail River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.