US 61 over Dakota Creek
FairWinona County, Minnesota · 0.5 MI N of N JCT TH 90 · Structure no. 91027
- Built
- 1962
- 63 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Steel
- Length
- 23 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 4,400
- 2019 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 61 over Dakota Creek is a steel culvert carrying US 61 over Dakota Creek in Winona County, Minnesota. It was built in 1962, so it is 63 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 4,400 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,200 by 2039. The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 61 over Dakota Creek built?
It was built in 1962, making it 63 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 61 over Dakota Creek 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 2024.
How much traffic does US 61 over Dakota Creek carry?
About 4,400 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is US 61 over Dakota Creek?
The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns US 61 over Dakota Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.