US 8 over TH 61
FairWashington County, Minnesota · 1.0 MI E of JCT TH 35 · Structure no. 82002
- Built
- 1969
- 56 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected August 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 291 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 22,600
- 2019 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 8 over TH 61 is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 8 over TH 61 in Washington County, Minnesota. It was built in 1969, so it is 56 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 6 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 22,600 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 21,900 by 2039. The structure is 291 ft (88.8 m) long and 82 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 8 over TH 61 built?
It was built in 1969, making it 56 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 8 over TH 61 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 August 2023.
How much traffic does US 8 over TH 61 carry?
About 22,600 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is US 8 over TH 61?
The structure is 291 ft (88.8 m) long with a longest span of 82 ft (25 m) and a deck 82 ft wide.
Who owns US 8 over TH 61?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.