Mn 68 over Mud Creek
GoodYellow Medicine County, Minnesota · 3.8 MI NW of Porter · Structure no. 91268
- Built
- 1970
- 55 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 60 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,050
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Mn 68 over Mud Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Mn 68 over Mud Creek in Yellow Medicine County, Minnesota. It was built in 1970, so it is 55 years old, older 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 2,050 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,100 by 2041. The structure is 60 ft (18.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).
Location
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Mn 68 over Mud Creek built?
It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025.
What condition is Mn 68 over Mud 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 Mn 68 over Mud Creek carry?
About 2,050 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.
How long is Mn 68 over Mud Creek?
The structure is 60 ft (18.4 m) long with a longest span of 13 ft (3.9 m).
Who owns Mn 68 over Mud Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.