US 61 over Bullard Creek
FairGoodhue County, Minnesota · 5.4 MI SE of JCT TH 58 · Structure no. 8796
- Built
- 1953
- 72 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected September 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 40 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 6,286
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 61 over Bullard Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 61 over Bullard Creek in Goodhue County, Minnesota. It was built in 1953, so it is 72 years old, older than the Minnesota average of 38.5 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 6,286 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,000 by 2042. The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 13 mi (21 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 61 over Bullard Creek built?
It was built in 1953, making it 72 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 61 over Bullard Creek in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in September 2023.
How much traffic does US 61 over Bullard Creek carry?
About 6,286 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is US 61 over Bullard Creek?
The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long with a longest span of 15 ft (4.6 m).
Who owns US 61 over Bullard Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.