CR 85 over Elm Creek
GoodPosted for loadJackson County, Minnesota · 0.9 MI S of JCT Csah 29 · Structure no. 32520
- Built
- 1976
- 49 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Wood or Timber
- Length
- 52 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 75
- 2008 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
CR 85 over Elm Creek is a wood or timber stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying CR 85 over Elm Creek in Jackson County, Minnesota. It was built in 1976, so it is 49 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 75 vehicles a day, projected to reach 75 by 2039. The structure is 52 ft (15.9 m) long and 32 ft wide. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| 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 85 over Elm Creek built?
It was built in 1976, making it 49 years old in 2025.
What condition is CR 85 over Elm 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 September 2023.
How much traffic does CR 85 over Elm Creek carry?
About 75 vehicles per day (2008 count).
How long is CR 85 over Elm Creek?
The structure is 52 ft (15.9 m) long with a longest span of 50 ft (15.2 m) and a deck 32 ft wide.
Who owns CR 85 over Elm Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.