CR 81 over S Br Vermillion River
GoodDakota County, Minnesota · 0.7 MI N of JCT TH 50 · Structure no. 19526
- Built
- 1991
- 34 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected December 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 79 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 350
- 2022 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
CR 81 over S Br Vermillion River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying CR 81 over S Br Vermillion River in Dakota County, Minnesota. It was built in 1991, so it is 34 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 350 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 275 by 2042. The structure is 79 ft (24.2 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was CR 81 over S Br Vermillion River built?
It was built in 1991, making it 34 years old in 2025.
What condition is CR 81 over S Br Vermillion 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 December 2023.
How much traffic does CR 81 over S Br Vermillion River carry?
About 350 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is CR 81 over S Br Vermillion River?
The structure is 79 ft (24.2 m) long with a longest span of 78 ft (23.8 m) and a deck 35 ft wide.
Who owns CR 81 over S Br Vermillion River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.