US 61 over BNSF RR
FairWashington County, Minnesota · 0.6 MI S of JCT TH 10 · Structure no. 82022
- Built
- 1978
- 47 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 236 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 31,847
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 61 over BNSF RR is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 61 over BNSF RR in Washington County, Minnesota. It was built in 1978, so it is 47 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 31,847 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 31,000 by 2042. The structure is 236 ft (71.8 m) long and 96 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 16.8 mi (27 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 | 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 61 over BNSF RR built?
It was built in 1978, making it 47 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 61 over BNSF 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 July 2024.
How much traffic does US 61 over BNSF RR carry?
About 31,847 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is US 61 over BNSF RR?
The structure is 236 ft (71.8 m) long with a longest span of 106 ft (32.3 m) and a deck 96 ft wide.
Who owns US 61 over BNSF RR?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.