M 29 over Otter Tail River
FairWilkin County, Minnesota · 0.2 MI W of JCT Csah 5 · Structure no. 84518
- Built
- 1998
- 27 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected November 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Wood or Timber
- Length
- 95 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 140
- 1970 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
M 29 over Otter Tail River is a wood or timber slab carrying M 29 over Otter Tail River in Wilkin County, Minnesota. It was built in 1998, so it is 27 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 140 vehicles a day, projected to reach 140 by 2029. The structure is 95 ft (29 m) long and 37 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was M 29 over Otter Tail River built?
It was built in 1998, making it 27 years old in 2025.
What condition is M 29 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 November 2023.
How much traffic does M 29 over Otter Tail River carry?
About 140 vehicles per day (1970 count).
How long is M 29 over Otter Tail River?
The structure is 95 ft (29 m) long with a longest span of 32 ft (9.7 m) and a deck 37 ft wide.
Who owns M 29 over Otter Tail River?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.