CR 63 over Cottonwood River
GoodLyon County, Minnesota · 2.0 MI S of JCT Csah 2 · Structure no. 42543
- Built
- 1991
- 34 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2023
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 84 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 38
- 2022 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
CR 63 over Cottonwood River is a prestressed concrete tee beam carrying CR 63 over Cottonwood River in Lyon County, Minnesota. It was built in 1991, so it is 34 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 38 vehicles a day, projected to reach 60 by 2042. The structure is 84 ft (25.5 m) long and 32 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| 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 63 over Cottonwood River built?
It was built in 1991, making it 34 years old in 2025.
What condition is CR 63 over Cottonwood 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 October 2023.
How much traffic does CR 63 over Cottonwood River carry?
About 38 vehicles per day (2022 count).
How long is CR 63 over Cottonwood River?
The structure is 84 ft (25.5 m) long with a longest span of 41 ft (12.5 m) and a deck 32 ft wide.
Who owns CR 63 over Cottonwood River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.