US Bridges

T 177 over Split Rock River

Fair

Carlton County, Minnesota · 0.1 MI S of JCT TH 27 · Structure no. L4136

Built
1982
43 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected April 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
35 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
53
1982 count
Owner
Town / Township
Town or Township Highway Agency

About this bridge

T 177 over Split Rock River is a concrete culvert carrying T 177 over Split Rock River in Carlton 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 53 vehicles a day, projected to reach 53 by 2029. The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 km).

CarriesT 177
CrossesSplit Rock River
Location0.1 MI S of JCT TH 27
RouteCounty Highway 177
Coordinates46.44897, -92.99085
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionApril 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Operating rating59.4 US tons
Inventory rating39.6 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length35 ft (10.7 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 traffic53 (1982)
Projected traffic53 by 2029
Trucks—
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.8 mi (11 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 177 over Split Rock River built?

It was built in 1982, making it 43 years old in 2025.

What condition is T 177 over Split Rock River 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 April 2024.

How much traffic does T 177 over Split Rock River carry?

About 53 vehicles per day (1982 count).

How long is T 177 over Split Rock River?

The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m).

Who owns T 177 over Split Rock River?

It is owned by the Town or Township Highway Agency.