CR 79 over CO Ditch # 42
GoodTraverse County, Minnesota · 0.1 MI S of JCT CR 82 · Structure no. 78512
- Built
- 2004
- 21 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected December 2023
- Type
- Frame
- Concrete
- Length
- 54 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 20
- 2008 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
CR 79 over CO Ditch # 42 is a concrete frame carrying CR 79 over CO Ditch # 42 in Traverse County, Minnesota. It was built in 2004, so it is 21 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 20 vehicles a day, projected to reach 20 by 2039. The structure is 54 ft (16.5 m) long and 31 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was CR 79 over CO Ditch # 42 built?
It was built in 2004, making it 21 years old in 2025.
What condition is CR 79 over CO Ditch # 42 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 December 2023.
How much traffic does CR 79 over CO Ditch # 42 carry?
About 20 vehicles per day (2008 count).
How long is CR 79 over CO Ditch # 42?
The structure is 54 ft (16.5 m) long with a longest span of 49 ft (14.8 m) and a deck 31 ft wide.
Who owns CR 79 over CO Ditch # 42?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.