CR 61 over N Br Yellow Medicine R
GoodLyon County, Minnesota · 0.9 MI S of JCT Csah 10 · Structure no. 42544
- Built
- 1995
- 30 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 144 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 135
- 2022 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
CR 61 over N Br Yellow Medicine R is a concrete continuous slab carrying CR 61 over N Br Yellow Medicine R in Lyon County, Minnesota. It was built in 1995, so it is 30 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 135 vehicles a day, projected to reach 125 by 2042. The structure is 144 ft (43.9 m) long and 39 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| 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 61 over N Br Yellow Medicine R built?
It was built in 1995, making it 30 years old in 2025.
What condition is CR 61 over N Br Yellow Medicine R 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 2024.
How much traffic does CR 61 over N Br Yellow Medicine R carry?
About 135 vehicles per day (2022 count).
How long is CR 61 over N Br Yellow Medicine R?
The structure is 144 ft (43.9 m) long with a longest span of 54 ft (16.5 m) and a deck 39 ft wide.
Who owns CR 61 over N Br Yellow Medicine R?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.