CR 51 over ST Francis River
PoorPosted for loadBenton County, Minnesota · 0.4 MI W of JCT Csah 6 · Structure no. 05518
- Built
- 1973
- 52 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Wood or Timber
- Length
- 79 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 510
- 2015 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
CR 51 over ST Francis River is a wood or timber slab carrying CR 51 over ST Francis River in Benton County, Minnesota. It was built in 1973, so it is 52 years old, older than the Minnesota average of 38.5 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 3 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 510 vehicles a day, projected to reach 510 by 2039. The structure is 79 ft (24 m) long and 32 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 3 Serious | Loss of section, deterioration, spalling or scour have seriously affected primary structural components. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was CR 51 over ST Francis River built?
It was built in 1973, making it 52 years old in 2025.
What condition is CR 51 over ST Francis River in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in July 2024.
How much traffic does CR 51 over ST Francis River carry?
About 510 vehicles per day (2015 count).
How long is CR 51 over ST Francis River?
The structure is 79 ft (24 m) long with a longest span of 26 ft (8 m) and a deck 32 ft wide.
Who owns CR 51 over ST Francis River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.