US Bridges

US 63 over Stream

Fair

Wabasha County, Minnesota · 7.1 MI N of JCT TH 60 · Structure no. 5826

Built
1927
98 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
38 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
2,434
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 63 over Stream is a concrete culvert carrying US 63 over Stream in Wabasha County, Minnesota. It was built in 1927, so it is 98 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 2,434 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,650 by 2042. The structure is 38 ft (11.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 14.9 mi (24 km).

Location

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CarriesUS 63
CrossesStream
Location7.1 MI N of JCT TH 60
RouteU.S. Route 63
CountyWabasha County
StateMinnesota
Coordinates44.37465, -92.37836
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating43.2 US tons
Inventory rating28.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadH 15
Structure length38 ft (11.7 m)
Longest span11 ft (3.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,434 (2022)
Projected traffic2,650 by 2042
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed14.9 mi (24 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost$81 million
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 63 over Stream built?

It was built in 1927, making it 98 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 63 over Stream 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 July 2024.

How much traffic does US 63 over Stream carry?

About 2,434 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is US 63 over Stream?

The structure is 38 ft (11.7 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.4 m).

Who owns US 63 over Stream?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.