T 87 over Chippewa River
GoodChippewa County, Minnesota · 1.8 MI N of JCT Csah 15 · Structure no. 12555
- Built
- 2019
- 6 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 128 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 49
- 2019 count
- Owner
- Town / Township
- Town or Township Highway Agency
About this bridge
T 87 over Chippewa River is a concrete continuous slab carrying T 87 over Chippewa River in Chippewa County, Minnesota. It was built in 2019, so it is 6 years old, younger 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 49 vehicles a day, projected to reach 49 by 2039. The structure is 128 ft (38.9 m) long and 31 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).
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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 | 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 87 over Chippewa River built?
It was built in 2019, making it 6 years old in 2025.
What condition is T 87 over Chippewa River 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 2024.
How much traffic does T 87 over Chippewa River carry?
About 49 vehicles per day (2019 count).
How long is T 87 over Chippewa River?
The structure is 128 ft (38.9 m) long with a longest span of 48 ft (14.6 m) and a deck 31 ft wide.
Who owns T 87 over Chippewa River?
It is owned by the Town or Township Highway Agency.