US 61 over King Creek
GoodWabasha County, Minnesota · 6.6MI SE of S JCT TH 63 · Structure no. 79025
- Built
- 1987
- 38 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 81 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 4,187
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 61 over King Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 61 over King Creek in Wabasha County, Minnesota. It was built in 1987, so it is 38 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 4,187 vehicles a day, roughly 21% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,950 by 2042. The structure is 81 ft (24.7 m) long and 57 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 19.9 mi (32 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 61 over King Creek built?
It was built in 1987, making it 38 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 61 over King Creek 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 July 2024.
How much traffic does US 61 over King Creek carry?
About 4,187 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 21% are trucks.
How long is US 61 over King Creek?
The structure is 81 ft (24.7 m) long with a longest span of 76 ft (23.3 m) and a deck 57 ft wide.
Who owns US 61 over King Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.