US Bridges

Undetermined RD over Whiskey Creek

Good

Wilkin County, Minnesota · 0.3 MI E of JCT US 75 · Structure no. 84J86

Built
2009
16 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
45 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
10
2008 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Undetermined RD over Whiskey Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Undetermined RD over Whiskey Creek in Wilkin County, Minnesota. It was built in 2009, so it is 16 years old, younger 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 10 vehicles a day, projected to reach 12 by 2028. The structure is 45 ft (13.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 98.8 mi (159 km).

CarriesUndetermined RD
CrossesWhiskey Creek
Location0.3 MI E of JCT US 75
Coordinates46.40181, -96.65373
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionOctober 2023
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating64.8 US tons
Inventory rating43.2 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length45 ft (13.8 m)
Longest span14 ft (4.3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic10 (2008)
Projected traffic12 by 2028
Trucks—
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed98.8 mi (159 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Undetermined RD over Whiskey Creek built?

It was built in 2009, making it 16 years old in 2025.

What condition is Undetermined RD over Whiskey 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 October 2023.

How much traffic does Undetermined RD over Whiskey Creek carry?

About 10 vehicles per day (2008 count).

How long is Undetermined RD over Whiskey Creek?

The structure is 45 ft (13.8 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m).

Who owns Undetermined RD over Whiskey Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.