CR 178 over I 94
FairWilkin County, Minnesota · 2.5 MI NW of County Line · Structure no. 84805
- Built
- 1968
- 57 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 262 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 50
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
CR 178 over I 94 is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying CR 178 over I 94 in Wilkin County, Minnesota. It was built in 1968, so it is 57 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 50 vehicles a day, projected to reach 50 by 2042. The structure is 262 ft (80 m) long and 36 ft wide. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 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 CR 178 over I 94 built?
It was built in 1968, making it 57 years old in 2025.
What condition is CR 178 over I 94 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 2023.
How much traffic does CR 178 over I 94 carry?
About 50 vehicles per day (2022 count).
How long is CR 178 over I 94?
The structure is 262 ft (80 m) long with a longest span of 86 ft (26.1 m) and a deck 36 ft wide.
Who owns CR 178 over I 94?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.