CR 63 over S Br Buffalo River
GoodClay County, Minnesota · 0.6 MI E of JCT Csah 11 · Structure no. 14538
- Built
- 2002
- 23 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 218 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 35
- 2017 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
CR 63 over S Br Buffalo River is a prestressed concrete tee beam carrying CR 63 over S Br Buffalo River in Clay County, Minnesota. It was built in 2002, so it is 23 years old, younger 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 35 vehicles a day, projected to reach 35 by 2039. The structure is 218 ft (66.3 m) long and 36 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
Location
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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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| 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 63 over S Br Buffalo River built?
It was built in 2002, making it 23 years old in 2025.
What condition is CR 63 over S Br Buffalo 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 November 2024.
How much traffic does CR 63 over S Br Buffalo River carry?
About 35 vehicles per day (2017 count).
How long is CR 63 over S Br Buffalo River?
The structure is 218 ft (66.3 m) long with a longest span of 44 ft (13.3 m) and a deck 36 ft wide.
Who owns CR 63 over S Br Buffalo River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.