US 59 over Pomme De Terre River
FairSwift County, Minnesota · 2.1 MI NE of N JCT TH 7 · Structure no. 76002
- Built
- 1971
- 54 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 123 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,627
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 59 over Pomme De Terre River is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 59 over Pomme De Terre River in Swift County, Minnesota. It was built in 1971, so it is 54 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 1,627 vehicles a day, roughly 20% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,750 by 2042. The structure is 123 ft (37.6 m) long and 48 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 59 over Pomme De Terre River built?
It was built in 1971, making it 54 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 59 over Pomme De Terre River 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 September 2024.
How much traffic does US 59 over Pomme De Terre River carry?
About 1,627 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 20% are trucks.
How long is US 59 over Pomme De Terre River?
The structure is 123 ft (37.6 m) long with a longest span of 48 ft (14.6 m) and a deck 48 ft wide.
Who owns US 59 over Pomme De Terre River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.