CR 81 over Vermillion River
GoodDakota County, Minnesota · 0.1 MI N of JCT Csah 66 · Structure no. 19550
- Built
- 2004
- 21 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected January 2025
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 90 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,126
- 2021 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
CR 81 over Vermillion River is a concrete continuous slab carrying CR 81 over Vermillion River in Dakota County, Minnesota. It was built in 2004, so it is 21 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 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 1,126 vehicles a day, projected to reach 1,050 by 2041. The structure is 90 ft (27.3 m) long and 39 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| 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 Vermillion River built?
It was built in 2004, making it 21 years old in 2025.
What condition is CR 81 over 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 January 2025.
How much traffic does CR 81 over Vermillion River carry?
About 1,126 vehicles per day (2021 count).
How long is CR 81 over Vermillion River?
The structure is 90 ft (27.3 m) long with a longest span of 34 ft (10.4 m) and a deck 39 ft wide.
Who owns CR 81 over Vermillion River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.