CR 63 over Thief River
GoodPennington County, Minnesota · 0.2 MI NE of JCT Csah 31 · Structure no. 57517
- Built
- 1995
- 30 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected November 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 196 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 285
- 2015 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
CR 63 over Thief River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying CR 63 over Thief River in Pennington County, Minnesota. It was built in 1995, so it is 30 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 285 vehicles a day, projected to reach 285 by 2039. The structure is 196 ft (59.6 m) long and 53 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).
Location
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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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| 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 63 over Thief River built?
It was built in 1995, making it 30 years old in 2025.
What condition is CR 63 over Thief River 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 November 2023.
How much traffic does CR 63 over Thief River carry?
About 285 vehicles per day (2015 count).
How long is CR 63 over Thief River?
The structure is 196 ft (59.6 m) long with a longest span of 65 ft (19.9 m) and a deck 53 ft wide.
Who owns CR 63 over Thief River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.