Mn 78 over Otter Tail River

Fair Condition67 years old4,649 vehicles/day

Location

StateMinnesota
CountyOtter Tail
Location4.9 Mi N Of S Jct TH 108
CarriesMn 78
CrossesOtter Tail River
Coordinates46.47591, -95.57371

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck6 (Satisfactory)
Superstructure7 (Good)
Substructure7 (Good)
Channel/Waterway6 (Satisfactory)
Scour Critical5 — Stable for scour

Physical Characteristics

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length143.4 ft (43.7 m)
Max Span46.6 ft (14.2 m)
Deck Width35.4 ft (10.8 m)
Deck Area472.0 sq m
Main Spans3
Year Built1959

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic4,649 (2021)
Truck Traffic18%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection823
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number9406

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