CR 96 over Buffalo River
GoodClay County, Minnesota · 0.5 MI W JCT Csah 5 · Structure no. 14544
- Built
- 2007
- 18 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 382 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 40
- 2013 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
CR 96 over Buffalo River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying CR 96 over Buffalo River in Clay County, Minnesota. It was built in 2007, so it is 18 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 40 vehicles a day, projected to reach 40 by 2039. The structure is 382 ft (116.5 m) long and 35 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was CR 96 over Buffalo River built?
It was built in 2007, making it 18 years old in 2025.
What condition is CR 96 over 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 96 over Buffalo River carry?
About 40 vehicles per day (2013 count).
How long is CR 96 over Buffalo River?
The structure is 382 ft (116.5 m) long with a longest span of 75 ft (23 m) and a deck 35 ft wide.
Who owns CR 96 over Buffalo River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.