T 62 over Chippewa River
GoodPope County, Minnesota · 0.6 MI W of JCT Csah 1 · Structure no. 61505
- Built
- 1978
- 47 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 94 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 70
- 1994 count
- Owner
- Town / Township
- Town or Township Highway Agency
About this bridge
T 62 over Chippewa River is a prestressed concrete tee beam carrying T 62 over Chippewa River in Pope County, Minnesota. It was built in 1978, so it is 47 years old, older 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 70 vehicles a day, projected to reach 70 by 2029. The structure is 94 ft (28.7 m) long and 27 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| 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 T 62 over Chippewa River built?
It was built in 1978, making it 47 years old in 2025.
What condition is T 62 over Chippewa 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 July 2024.
How much traffic does T 62 over Chippewa River carry?
About 70 vehicles per day (1994 count).
How long is T 62 over Chippewa River?
The structure is 94 ft (28.7 m) long with a longest span of 46 ft (13.9 m) and a deck 27 ft wide.
Who owns T 62 over Chippewa River?
It is owned by the Town or Township Highway Agency.