US Bridges

T 119 over Ripple River

Good

Aitkin County, Minnesota · 0.3 MI E of JCT TH 169 · Structure no. 01J32

Built
2011
14 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2022
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
30 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
49
2008 count
Owner
Town / Township
Town or Township Highway Agency

About this bridge

T 119 over Ripple River is a concrete culvert carrying T 119 over Ripple River in Aitkin County, Minnesota. It was built in 2011, so it is 14 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 49 vehicles a day, projected to reach 49 by 2028. The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 123 mi (198 km).

CarriesT 119
CrossesRipple River
Location0.3 MI E of JCT TH 169
RouteCounty Highway 119
Coordinates46.50407, -93.70535
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionOctober 2022
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating75.6 US tons
Inventory rating45 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length30 ft (9.1 m)
Longest span14 ft (4.3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic49 (2008)
Projected traffic49 by 2028
Trucks—
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed123 mi (198 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerTown or Township Highway Agency
Maintained byTown or Township Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was T 119 over Ripple River built?

It was built in 2011, making it 14 years old in 2025.

What condition is T 119 over Ripple River 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 October 2022.

How much traffic does T 119 over Ripple River carry?

About 49 vehicles per day (2008 count).

How long is T 119 over Ripple River?

The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m).

Who owns T 119 over Ripple River?

It is owned by the Town or Township Highway Agency.