CR 54 over Dutch Charley Creek
GoodCottonwood County, Minnesota · 0.5 MI E of JCT CR 54 · Structure no. 17509
- Built
- 1965
- 60 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Channel Beam
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 81 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 45
- 2011 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
CR 54 over Dutch Charley Creek is a prestressed concrete channel beam carrying CR 54 over Dutch Charley Creek in Cottonwood County, Minnesota. It was built in 1965, so it is 60 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 45 vehicles a day, projected to reach 45 by 2031. The structure is 81 ft (24.8 m) long and 31 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| 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 54 over Dutch Charley Creek built?
It was built in 1965, making it 60 years old in 2025.
What condition is CR 54 over Dutch Charley Creek 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 54 over Dutch Charley Creek carry?
About 45 vehicles per day (2011 count).
How long is CR 54 over Dutch Charley Creek?
The structure is 81 ft (24.8 m) long with a longest span of 31 ft (9.5 m) and a deck 31 ft wide.
Who owns CR 54 over Dutch Charley Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.