CR 53 over Elk River
GoodSherburne County, Minnesota · 0.1 MI E of JCT CR54 · Structure no. 71530
- Built
- 2015
- 10 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 112 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 460
- 2010 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
CR 53 over Elk River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying CR 53 over Elk River in Sherburne County, Minnesota. It was built in 2015, so it is 10 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 460 vehicles a day, projected to reach 460 by 2030. The structure is 112 ft (34.2 m) long and 36 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Channel and channel protection | 9 Excellent | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was CR 53 over Elk River built?
It was built in 2015, making it 10 years old in 2025.
What condition is CR 53 over Elk River 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 October 2023.
How much traffic does CR 53 over Elk River carry?
About 460 vehicles per day (2010 count).
How long is CR 53 over Elk River?
The structure is 112 ft (34.2 m) long with a longest span of 110 ft (33.5 m) and a deck 36 ft wide.
Who owns CR 53 over Elk River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.