US 59 over I 94
FairOtter Tail County, Minnesota · At the S JCT TH 59 · Structure no. 9701
- Built
- 1960
- 65 years old, rebuilt 1989
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 270 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,100
- 2019 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 59 over I 94 is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 59 over I 94 in Otter Tail County, Minnesota. It was built in 1960 and reconstructed in 1989, 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 5 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 3,100 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,150 by 2039. The structure is 270 ft (82.3 m) long and 50 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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
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. It was reconstructed in 1989.
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 3,100 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.
How long is US 59 over I 94?
The structure is 270 ft (82.3 m) long with a longest span of 87 ft (26.5 m) and a deck 50 ft wide.
Who owns US 59 over I 94?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.