CR 57 over Valley River
GoodKoochiching County, Minnesota · 1.2 MI W of JCT TH 65 · Structure no. 36526
- Built
- 2003
- 22 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 148 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 5
- 2016 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
CR 57 over Valley River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying CR 57 over Valley River in Koochiching County, Minnesota. It was built in 2003, so it is 22 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 5 vehicles a day, projected to reach 5 by 2039. The structure is 148 ft (45.2 m) long and 31 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was CR 57 over Valley River built?
It was built in 2003, making it 22 years old in 2025.
What condition is CR 57 over Valley 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 September 2023.
How much traffic does CR 57 over Valley River carry?
About 5 vehicles per day (2016 count).
How long is CR 57 over Valley River?
The structure is 148 ft (45.2 m) long with a longest span of 141 ft (43.1 m) and a deck 31 ft wide.
Who owns CR 57 over Valley River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.