Mn 61 over Manitou River
PoorLake County, Minnesota · 8.8 MI N of JCT TH 1 · Structure no. 9002
- Built
- 1956
- 69 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 33 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 3,000
- 2018 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Mn 61 over Manitou River is a concrete culvert carrying Mn 61 over Manitou River in Lake County, Minnesota. It was built in 1956, so it is 69 years old, older than the Minnesota average of 38.5 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
It carries about 3,000 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,000 by 2038. The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 24.9 mi (40 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| 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 | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Mn 61 over Manitou River built?
It was built in 1956, making it 69 years old in 2025.
What condition is Mn 61 over Manitou River in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in September 2024.
How much traffic does Mn 61 over Manitou River carry?
About 3,000 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is Mn 61 over Manitou River?
The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long with a longest span of 30 ft (9.2 m).
Who owns Mn 61 over Manitou River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.