US 61 over Jamaica Avenue
FairWashington County, Minnesota · 6.2 MI SE of JCT TH 494 · Structure no. 82004
- Built
- 1982
- 43 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 208 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 14,864
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 61 over Jamaica Avenue is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 61 over Jamaica Avenue in Washington County, Minnesota. It was built in 1982, so it is 43 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 14,864 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 12,150 by 2042. The structure is 208 ft (63.5 m) long and 44 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
Location
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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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 61 over Jamaica Avenue built?
It was built in 1982, making it 43 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 61 over Jamaica Avenue 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 Jamaica Avenue carry?
About 14,864 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.
How long is US 61 over Jamaica Avenue?
The structure is 208 ft (63.5 m) long with a longest span of 103 ft (31.4 m) and a deck 44 ft wide.
Who owns US 61 over Jamaica Avenue?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.