CR 81 over Ditch
GoodDakota County, Minnesota · 1.4 MI N of JCT Csah 66 · Structure no. 19J08
- Built
- 1997
- 28 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 42 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,446
- 2021 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
CR 81 over Ditch is a concrete culvert carrying CR 81 over Ditch in Dakota County, Minnesota. It was built in 1997, so it is 28 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 1,446 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,100 by 2041. The structure is 42 ft (12.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was CR 81 over Ditch built?
It was built in 1997, making it 28 years old in 2025.
What condition is CR 81 over Ditch 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 81 over Ditch carry?
About 1,446 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is CR 81 over Ditch?
The structure is 42 ft (12.8 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).
Who owns CR 81 over Ditch?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.