I 94 over Sauk River

Poor Condition61 years old14,250 vehicles/day

Location

StateMinnesota
CountyStearns
Location2.5 Mi NW Of Melrose
CarriesI 94
CrossesSauk River
Coordinates45.68554, -94.85710

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionPoor
Deck7 (Good)
Superstructure4 (Poor)
Substructure7 (Good)
Channel/Waterway8 (Very Good)
Scour Critical5 — Stable for scour

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel Continuous
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length143.0 ft (43.6 m)
Max Span47.6 ft (14.5 m)
Deck Width41.0 ft (12.5 m)
Deck Area545 sq m
Main Spans3
Year Built1965

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic14,250 (2017)
Truck Traffic13%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection624
Inspection FrequencyEvery 12 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number73809

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