Mn 74 over Mid Fk Whitewater River
PoorWinona County, Minnesota · 3.0 MI S of JCT Csah 26 · Structure no. 85006
- Built
- 1964
- 61 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 142 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 807
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Mn 74 over Mid Fk Whitewater River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Mn 74 over Mid Fk Whitewater River in Winona County, Minnesota. It was built in 1964, so it is 61 years old, older than the Minnesota average of 38.5 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
It carries about 807 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 870 by 2042. The structure is 142 ft (43.2 m) long and 37 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 16.2 mi (26 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Mn 74 over Mid Fk Whitewater River built?
It was built in 1964, making it 61 years old in 2025.
What condition is Mn 74 over Mid Fk Whitewater River in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in June 2024.
How much traffic does Mn 74 over Mid Fk Whitewater River carry?
About 807 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.
How long is Mn 74 over Mid Fk Whitewater River?
The structure is 142 ft (43.2 m) long with a longest span of 47 ft (14.4 m) and a deck 37 ft wide.
Who owns Mn 74 over Mid Fk Whitewater River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.