CR 6 over Des Moines River
GoodCottonwood County, Minnesota · 0.3 MI N of JCT TH 62 · Structure no. 17502
- Built
- 1961
- 64 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 153 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 25
- 2022 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
CR 6 over Des Moines River is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying CR 6 over Des Moines River in Cottonwood County, Minnesota. It was built in 1961, so it is 64 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 25 vehicles a day, projected to reach 30 by 2042. The structure is 153 ft (46.6 m) long and 30 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was CR 6 over Des Moines River built?
It was built in 1961, making it 64 years old in 2025.
What condition is CR 6 over Des Moines 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 October 2024.
How much traffic does CR 6 over Des Moines River carry?
About 25 vehicles per day (2022 count).
How long is CR 6 over Des Moines River?
The structure is 153 ft (46.6 m) long with a longest span of 57 ft (17.4 m) and a deck 30 ft wide.
Who owns CR 6 over Des Moines River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.