US 61 over Bike Path
PoorRamsey County, Minnesota · 1.5 MI SE of JCT TH 94 · Structure no. 96093
- Built
- 1986
- 39 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 30 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 34,708
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 61 over Bike Path is a concrete culvert carrying US 61 over Bike Path in Ramsey County, Minnesota. It was built in 1986, so it is 39 years old, older than the Minnesota average of 38.5 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
It carries about 34,708 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 36,000 by 2042. The structure is 30 ft (9.2 m) long. 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 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Culvert | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 61 over Bike Path built?
It was built in 1986, making it 39 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 61 over Bike Path in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in June 2024.
How much traffic does US 61 over Bike Path carry?
About 34,708 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is US 61 over Bike Path?
The structure is 30 ft (9.2 m) long with a longest span of 29 ft (8.7 m).
Who owns US 61 over Bike Path?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.