US Bridges

T 221 over Shakopee Creek (jd #18)

Fair

Chippewa County, Minnesota · 1.5 MI E of JCT Csah 5 · Structure no. 12J20

Built
2002
23 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected May 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
50 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
25
2001 count
Owner
Town / Township
Town or Township Highway Agency

About this bridge

T 221 over Shakopee Creek (jd #18) is a concrete culvert carrying T 221 over Shakopee Creek (jd #18) in Chippewa County, Minnesota. It was built in 2002, so it is 23 years old, younger 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 25 vehicles a day, projected to reach 25 by 2029. The structure is 50 ft (15.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

Location

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CarriesT 221
CrossesShakopee Creek (jd #18)
Location1.5 MI E of JCT Csah 5
RouteCounty Highway 221
CountyChippewa County
StateMinnesota
Coordinates45.15162, -95.50199
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 protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionMay 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating64.8 US tons
Inventory rating43.2 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length50 ft (15.1 m)
Longest span15 ft (4.5 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic25 (2001)
Projected traffic25 by 2029
Trucks—
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 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 221 over Shakopee Creek (jd #18) built?

It was built in 2002, making it 23 years old in 2025.

What condition is T 221 over Shakopee Creek (jd #18) 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 May 2024.

How much traffic does T 221 over Shakopee Creek (jd #18) carry?

About 25 vehicles per day (2001 count).

How long is T 221 over Shakopee Creek (jd #18)?

The structure is 50 ft (15.1 m) long with a longest span of 15 ft (4.5 m).

Who owns T 221 over Shakopee Creek (jd #18)?

It is owned by the Town or Township Highway Agency.