T 36 over Willow Creek
GoodBlue Earth County, Minnesota · 0.5 MI E of JCT CR 146 · Structure no. 07543
- Built
- 1977
- 48 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2023
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 93 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 40
- 1969 count
- Owner
- Town / Township
- Town or Township Highway Agency
About this bridge
T 36 over Willow Creek is a prestressed concrete tee beam carrying T 36 over Willow Creek in Blue Earth County, Minnesota. It was built in 1977, so it is 48 years old, older 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 40 vehicles a day, projected to reach 40 by 2029. The structure is 93 ft (28.3 m) long and 32 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).
Location
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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 T 36 over Willow Creek built?
It was built in 1977, making it 48 years old in 2025.
What condition is T 36 over Willow 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 October 2023.
How much traffic does T 36 over Willow Creek carry?
About 40 vehicles per day (1969 count).
How long is T 36 over Willow Creek?
The structure is 93 ft (28.3 m) long with a longest span of 46 ft (13.9 m) and a deck 32 ft wide.
Who owns T 36 over Willow Creek?
It is owned by the Town or Township Highway Agency.