T 57 over Hawk Creek
GoodChippewa County, Minnesota · 2.2 MI E of JCT Csah 5 · Structure no. 12533
- Built
- 1980
- 45 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 130 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 46
- 1973 count
- Owner
- Town / Township
- Town or Township Highway Agency
About this bridge
T 57 over Hawk Creek is a prestressed concrete tee beam carrying T 57 over Hawk Creek in Chippewa County, Minnesota. It was built in 1980, so it is 45 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 46 vehicles a day, projected to reach 46 by 2029. The structure is 130 ft (39.6 m) long and 35 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was T 57 over Hawk Creek built?
It was built in 1980, making it 45 years old in 2025.
What condition is T 57 over Hawk 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 July 2024.
How much traffic does T 57 over Hawk Creek carry?
About 46 vehicles per day (1973 count).
How long is T 57 over Hawk Creek?
The structure is 130 ft (39.6 m) long with a longest span of 43 ft (13.2 m) and a deck 35 ft wide.
Who owns T 57 over Hawk Creek?
It is owned by the Town or Township Highway Agency.