US Bridges

US 59 over Okabena Creek

Good

Nobles County, Minnesota · 1.1 MI N of Worthington · Structure no. 53X07

Built
2013
12 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2021
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
21 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
4,100
2019 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 59 over Okabena Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 59 over Okabena Creek in Nobles County, Minnesota. It was built in 2013, so it is 12 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 4,100 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,900 by 2039. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.7 mi (14 km).

CarriesUS 59
CrossesOkabena Creek
Location1.1 MI N of Worthington
RouteU.S. Route 59
Coordinates43.64353, -95.59352
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJune 2021
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating46.4 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadHL 93
Structure length21 ft (6.4 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,100 (2019)
Projected traffic4,900 by 2039
Trucks12%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed8.7 mi (14 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 59 over Okabena Creek built?

It was built in 2013, making it 12 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 59 over Okabena 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 June 2021.

How much traffic does US 59 over Okabena Creek carry?

About 4,100 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.

How long is US 59 over Okabena Creek?

The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).

Who owns US 59 over Okabena Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.