US 61 over Brewery Creek
FairWabasha County, Minnesota · 1.9 MI NW of JCT TH 60 · Structure no. 6195
- Built
- 1930
- 95 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 37 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 4,187
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 61 over Brewery Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 61 over Brewery Creek in Wabasha County, Minnesota. It was built in 1930, so it is 95 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 4,187 vehicles a day, roughly 21% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,950 by 2042. The structure is 37 ft (11.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 19.9 mi (32 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 3 Serious | Loss of section, deterioration, spalling or scour have seriously affected primary structural components. |
| Culvert | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 61 over Brewery Creek built?
It was built in 1930, making it 95 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 61 over Brewery Creek 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 61 over Brewery Creek carry?
About 4,187 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 21% are trucks.
How long is US 61 over Brewery Creek?
The structure is 37 ft (11.4 m) long with a longest span of 17 ft (5.2 m).
Who owns US 61 over Brewery Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.