US 12 over Chippewa River

Good Condition55 years old2,135 vehicles/day

Location

StateMinnesota
CountySwift
Location1.1 Mi W Of Benson
CarriesUS 12
CrossesChippewa River
Coordinates45.31107, -95.62492

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionGood
Deck7 (Good)
Superstructure7 (Good)
Substructure7 (Good)
Channel/Waterway6 (Satisfactory)
Scour Critical3 — Scour critical

Physical Characteristics

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length155.2 ft (47.3 m)
Max Span51.2 ft (15.6 m)
Deck Width48.2 ft (14.7 m)
Deck Area695.3 sq m
Main Spans3
Year Built1971

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic2,135 (2022)
Truck Traffic17%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection924
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number76001

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