CR 159 over Elm Creek
GoodMartin County, Minnesota · 1.2 MI SE of JCT Csah 44 · Structure no. 46564
- Built
- 1988
- 37 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2023
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 118 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 27
- 2022 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
CR 159 over Elm Creek is a prestressed concrete tee beam carrying CR 159 over Elm Creek in Martin County, Minnesota. It was built in 1988, so it is 37 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 27 vehicles a day, projected to reach 30 by 2042. The structure is 118 ft (36 m) long and 32 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was CR 159 over Elm Creek built?
It was built in 1988, making it 37 years old in 2025.
What condition is CR 159 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 159 over Elm Creek carry?
About 27 vehicles per day (2022 count).
How long is CR 159 over Elm Creek?
The structure is 118 ft (36 m) long with a longest span of 39 ft (12 m) and a deck 32 ft wide.
Who owns CR 159 over Elm Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.