CR 131 over Kettle River
GoodCarlton County, Minnesota · 0.2 MI N of JCT CR 133 · Structure no. L1230
- Built
- 1935
- 90 years old, rebuilt 2016
- Condition
- Good
- inspected January 2025
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 50 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 51
- 2022 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
CR 131 over Kettle River is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying CR 131 over Kettle River in Carlton County, Minnesota. It was built in 1935 and reconstructed in 2016, so it is 90 years old, older than the Minnesota average of 38.5 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 51 vehicles a day, projected to reach 58 by 2042. The structure is 50 ft (15.2 m) long and 24 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was CR 131 over Kettle River built?
It was built in 1935, making it 90 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2016.
What condition is CR 131 over Kettle River in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in January 2025.
How much traffic does CR 131 over Kettle River carry?
About 51 vehicles per day (2022 count).
How long is CR 131 over Kettle River?
The structure is 50 ft (15.2 m) long with a longest span of 49 ft (14.9 m) and a deck 24 ft wide.
Who owns CR 131 over Kettle River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.