US 212 over Minnesota River Overflow
GoodYellow Medicine County, Minnesota · 0.1 MI E of W JCT TH 67 · Structure no. 87015
- Built
- 1989
- 36 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 118 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 4,276
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 212 over Minnesota River Overflow is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 212 over Minnesota River Overflow in Yellow Medicine County, Minnesota. It was built in 1989, so it is 36 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 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 4,276 vehicles a day, roughly 18% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,700 by 2042. The structure is 118 ft (36.1 m) long and 50 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.8 mi (19 km).
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 212 over Minnesota River Overflow built?
It was built in 1989, making it 36 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 212 over Minnesota River Overflow 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 2024.
How much traffic does US 212 over Minnesota River Overflow carry?
About 4,276 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 18% are trucks.
How long is US 212 over Minnesota River Overflow?
The structure is 118 ft (36.1 m) long with a longest span of 117 ft (35.7 m) and a deck 50 ft wide.
Who owns US 212 over Minnesota River Overflow?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.