US 63 over Bear Creek
FairMower County, Minnesota · 2.4 MI N of W JCT TH 16 · Structure no. 50002
- Built
- 1969
- 56 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 143 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 4,170
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 63 over Bear Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 63 over Bear Creek in Mower County, Minnesota. It was built in 1969, so it is 56 years old, older than the Minnesota average of 38.5 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 4,170 vehicles a day, roughly 21% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,550 by 2042. The structure is 143 ft (43.5 m) long and 51 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 13 mi (21 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 63 over Bear Creek built?
It was built in 1969, making it 56 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 63 over Bear Creek in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in July 2024.
How much traffic does US 63 over Bear Creek carry?
About 4,170 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 21% are trucks.
How long is US 63 over Bear Creek?
The structure is 143 ft (43.5 m) long with a longest span of 48 ft (14.5 m) and a deck 51 ft wide.
Who owns US 63 over Bear Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.