US 61 over BNSF RR
GoodRamsey County, Minnesota · 0.5 MI NE of JCT TH 244 · Structure no. 62092
- Built
- 2010
- 15 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 245 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 26,000
- 2019 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 61 over BNSF RR is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 61 over BNSF RR in Ramsey County, Minnesota. It was built in 2010, so it is 15 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 26,000 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 25,000 by 2039. The structure is 245 ft (74.8 m) long and 82 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
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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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 61 over BNSF RR built?
It was built in 2010, making it 15 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 61 over BNSF RR 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 May 2024.
How much traffic does US 61 over BNSF RR carry?
About 26,000 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.
How long is US 61 over BNSF RR?
The structure is 245 ft (74.8 m) long with a longest span of 79 ft (24.2 m) and a deck 82 ft wide.
Who owns US 61 over BNSF RR?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.