US 59 over US 2
FairPolk County, Minnesota · At JCT TH 59 · Structure no. 60006
- Built
- 1971
- 54 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected August 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 288 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,700
- 2019 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 59 over US 2 is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 59 over US 2 in Polk County, Minnesota. It was built in 1971, so it is 54 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 1,700 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,800 by 2039. The structure is 288 ft (87.7 m) long and 50 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| 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 US 2 built?
It was built in 1971, making it 54 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 59 over US 2 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 August 2023.
How much traffic does US 59 over US 2 carry?
About 1,700 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.
How long is US 59 over US 2?
The structure is 288 ft (87.7 m) long with a longest span of 86 ft (26.1 m) and a deck 50 ft wide.
Who owns US 59 over US 2?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.