US Bridges

US 14 over CR 60;DME RR

Fair

Waseca County, Minnesota · 15.4 MI W of JCT TH 13;14 · Structure no. 81004

Built
2004
21 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected November 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
297 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
4,989
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 14 over CR 60;DME RR is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 14 over CR 60;DME RR in Waseca 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 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 4,989 vehicles a day, roughly 23% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,250 by 2042. The structure is 297 ft (90.5 m) long and 45 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.8 mi (19 km).

CarriesUS 14
CrossesCR 60;DME RR
Location15.4 MI W of JCT TH 13;14
RouteU.S. Route 14
Coordinates44.12329, -93.74879
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Fair

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionNovember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating109.8 US tons
Inventory rating45.5 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadHL 93
Structure length297 ft (90.5 m)
Longest span145 ft (44.2 m)
Deck width45 ft (13.8 m)
Roadway width42 ft (12.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,989 (2022)
Projected traffic5,250 by 2042
Trucks23%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway and railroad
Detour if closed11.8 mi (19 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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$1,000
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was US 14 over CR 60;DME RR built?

It was built in 2004, making it 21 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 14 over CR 60;DME RR 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 November 2023.

How much traffic does US 14 over CR 60;DME RR carry?

About 4,989 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 23% are trucks.

How long is US 14 over CR 60;DME RR?

The structure is 297 ft (90.5 m) long with a longest span of 145 ft (44.2 m) and a deck 45 ft wide.

Who owns US 14 over CR 60;DME RR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.