US Bridges

US 61 over Stream

Fair

Winona County, Minnesota · 2.9 MI NW of JCT TH 248 · Structure no. 91007

Built
1963
62 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
40 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
4,663
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 61 over Stream is a concrete culvert carrying US 61 over Stream in Winona County, Minnesota. It was built in 1963, so it is 62 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 4,663 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,000 by 2042. The structure is 40 ft (12.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 13 mi (21 km).

CarriesUS 61
CrossesStream
Location2.9 MI NW of JCT TH 248
RouteU.S. Route 61
Coordinates44.13426, -91.78487
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
Channel and channel protection4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating43.2 US tons
Inventory rating32.4 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadH 20
Structure length40 ft (12.3 m)
Longest span14 ft (4.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,663 (2022)
Projected traffic5,000 by 2042
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed13 mi (21 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$202 million
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 61 over Stream built?

It was built in 1963, making it 62 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 61 over Stream 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 Stream carry?

About 4,663 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is US 61 over Stream?

The structure is 40 ft (12.3 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.4 m).

Who owns US 61 over Stream?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.