CR 508 over Vaara Creek
GoodSt. Louis County, Minnesota · 0.8 MI W of JCT TH73 · Structure no. 69J80
- Built
- 2011
- 14 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 27 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 10
- 2015 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
CR 508 over Vaara Creek is a concrete culvert carrying CR 508 over Vaara Creek in St. Louis County, Minnesota. It was built in 2011, so it is 14 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 10 vehicles a day, projected to reach 10 by 2039. The structure is 27 ft (8.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was CR 508 over Vaara Creek built?
It was built in 2011, making it 14 years old in 2025.
What condition is CR 508 over Vaara 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 September 2024.
How much traffic does CR 508 over Vaara Creek carry?
About 10 vehicles per day (2015 count).
How long is CR 508 over Vaara Creek?
The structure is 27 ft (8.3 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).
Who owns CR 508 over Vaara Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.