US Bridges

US 63 over Stream

Good

Wabasha County, Minnesota · JCT of USTH63 and TH60 · Structure no. 79X04

Built
2013
12 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
28 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
2,689
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 2013, so it is 12 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 2,689 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,950 by 2042. The structure is 28 ft (8.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 14.9 mi (24 km).

CarriesUS 63
CrossesStream
LocationJCT of USTH63 and TH60
RouteU.S. Route 63
Coordinates44.28316, -92.42227
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Culvert8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionAugust 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating46.4 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHL 93
Structure length28 ft (8.6 m)
Longest span15 ft (4.6 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,689 (2022)
Projected traffic2,950 by 2042
Trucks5%
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—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 63 over Stream built?

It was built in 2013, making it 12 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 63 over Stream 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 August 2024.

How much traffic does US 63 over Stream carry?

About 2,689 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is US 63 over Stream?

The structure is 28 ft (8.6 m) long with a longest span of 15 ft (4.6 m).

Who owns US 63 over Stream?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.