US 61 over US 61 SB on Ramp
FairRamsey County, Minnesota · At the E JCT TH 94 61 · Structure no. 62870
- Built
- 1973
- 52 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 142 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 16,616
- 2019 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 61 over US 61 SB on Ramp is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 61 over US 61 SB on Ramp in Ramsey County, Minnesota. It was built in 1973, so it is 52 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 16,616 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 20,000 by 2039. The structure is 142 ft (43.3 m) long and 43 ft wide.
Location
Open in Google MapsCondition and inspection
The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 61 over US 61 SB on Ramp built?
It was built in 1973, making it 52 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 61 over US 61 SB on Ramp 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 June 2024.
How much traffic does US 61 over US 61 SB on Ramp carry?
About 16,616 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is US 61 over US 61 SB on Ramp?
The structure is 142 ft (43.3 m) long with a longest span of 60 ft (18.3 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.
Who owns US 61 over US 61 SB on Ramp?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.