T 397 over Jud Ditch # 85
FairBlue Earth County, Minnesota · 0.1 MI N of JCT TH 30 · Structure no. 95615
- Built
- 1982
- 43 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected November 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 37 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 16
- 1982 count
- Owner
- Town / Township
- Town or Township Highway Agency
About this bridge
T 397 over Jud Ditch # 85 is a concrete culvert carrying T 397 over Jud Ditch # 85 in Blue Earth County, Minnesota. It was built in 1982, so it is 43 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 16 vehicles a day, projected to reach 16 by 2029. The structure is 37 ft (11.4 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 397 over Jud Ditch # 85 built?
It was built in 1982, making it 43 years old in 2025.
What condition is T 397 over Jud Ditch # 85 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 2023.
How much traffic does T 397 over Jud Ditch # 85 carry?
About 16 vehicles per day (1982 count).
How long is T 397 over Jud Ditch # 85?
The structure is 37 ft (11.4 m) long with a longest span of 15 ft (4.5 m).
Who owns T 397 over Jud Ditch # 85?
It is owned by the Town or Township Highway Agency.