CR 59 over Heath Creek
GoodRice County, Minnesota · 2.9 MI W of JCT TH 19 · Structure no. 66550
- Built
- 2012
- 13 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected April 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 51 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 495
- 2008 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
CR 59 over Heath Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying CR 59 over Heath Creek in Rice County, Minnesota. It was built in 2012, so it is 13 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 495 vehicles a day, projected to reach 525 by 2028. The structure is 51 ft (15.5 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.7 mi (14 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 | 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 CR 59 over Heath Creek built?
It was built in 2012, making it 13 years old in 2025.
What condition is CR 59 over Heath Creek 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 April 2023.
How much traffic does CR 59 over Heath Creek carry?
About 495 vehicles per day (2008 count).
How long is CR 59 over Heath Creek?
The structure is 51 ft (15.5 m) long with a longest span of 49 ft (14.9 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.
Who owns CR 59 over Heath Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.