CR 59 over Bunker Hill Creek
PoorPosted for loadBenton County, Minnesota · 0.6 MI N of JCT Csah 22 · Structure no. L0043
- Built
- 1930
- 95 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 22 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 65
- 2011 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
CR 59 over Bunker Hill Creek is a concrete culvert carrying CR 59 over Bunker Hill Creek in Benton County, Minnesota. It was built in 1930, so it is 95 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 4 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 65 vehicles a day, projected to reach 65 by 2039. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was CR 59 over Bunker Hill Creek built?
It was built in 1930, making it 95 years old in 2025.
What condition is CR 59 over Bunker Hill Creek 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 October 2024.
How much traffic does CR 59 over Bunker Hill Creek carry?
About 65 vehicles per day (2011 count).
How long is CR 59 over Bunker Hill Creek?
The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns CR 59 over Bunker Hill Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.