US 59 over I 94
FairOtter Tail County, Minnesota · 3.4 MI N of JCT TH 210 · Structure no. 9688
- Built
- 1960
- 65 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 169 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,166
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 59 over I 94 is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 59 over I 94 in Otter Tail County, Minnesota. It was built in 1960, so it is 65 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 1,166 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,425 by 2042. The structure is 169 ft (51.5 m) long and 28 ft wide.
Location
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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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 59 over I 94 built?
It was built in 1960, making it 65 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 59 over I 94 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 October 2023.
How much traffic does US 59 over I 94 carry?
About 1,166 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is US 59 over I 94?
The structure is 169 ft (51.5 m) long with a longest span of 63 ft (19.1 m) and a deck 28 ft wide.
Who owns US 59 over I 94?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.