US 61 over Big Trout Creek
GoodWinona County, Minnesota · 8.2 MI N of N JCT TH 90 · Structure no. 85005
- Built
- 1992
- 33 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 101 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,926
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 61 over Big Trout Creek is a concrete continuous slab carrying US 61 over Big Trout Creek in Winona County, Minnesota. It was built in 1992, so it is 33 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 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 3,926 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,200 by 2042. The structure is 101 ft (30.8 m) long and 44 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 13 mi (21 km).
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 61 over Big Trout Creek built?
It was built in 1992, making it 33 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 61 over Big Trout Creek 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 July 2024.
How much traffic does US 61 over Big Trout Creek carry?
About 3,926 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.
How long is US 61 over Big Trout Creek?
The structure is 101 ft (30.8 m) long with a longest span of 32 ft (9.9 m) and a deck 44 ft wide.
Who owns US 61 over Big Trout Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.