I 94 over Sauk River

Fair Condition70 years old14,250 vehicles/day

Location

StateMinnesota
CountyStearns
Location2.5 Mi NW Of Melrose
CarriesI 94
CrossesSauk River
Coordinates45.68536, -94.85733

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck7 (Good)
Superstructure6 (Satisfactory)
Substructure6 (Satisfactory)
Channel/Waterway8 (Very Good)
Scour Critical5 — Stable for scour

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length143.0 ft (43.6 m)
Max Span47.6 ft (14.5 m)
Deck Width44.0 ft (13.4 m)
Deck Area584.2 sq m
Main Spans3
Year Built1956

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic14,250 (2017)
Truck Traffic25%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection624
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number6897

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