T 316 over CO Ditch # 5
FairBlue Earth County, Minnesota · 0.5 MI S of JCT CR 171 · Structure no. 91869
- Built
- 1979
- 46 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 33 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 32
- 1969 count
- Owner
- Town / Township
- Town or Township Highway Agency
About this bridge
T 316 over CO Ditch # 5 is a concrete culvert carrying T 316 over CO Ditch # 5 in Blue Earth County, Minnesota. It was built in 1979, so it is 46 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 32 vehicles a day, projected to reach 32 by 2029. The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was T 316 over CO Ditch # 5 built?
It was built in 1979, making it 46 years old in 2025.
What condition is T 316 over CO Ditch # 5 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 November 2024.
How much traffic does T 316 over CO Ditch # 5 carry?
About 32 vehicles per day (1969 count).
How long is T 316 over CO Ditch # 5?
The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m).
Who owns T 316 over CO Ditch # 5?
It is owned by the Town or Township Highway Agency.