US Bridges

T 151 over Dry Weather CRK(CD#22)

Good

Chippewa County, Minnesota · 1.9 MI E of JCT TH 29 · Structure no. 12J27

Built
2004
21 years old
Condition
Good
inspected May 2022
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
42 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
35
2004 count
Owner
Town / Township
Town or Township Highway Agency

About this bridge

T 151 over Dry Weather CRK(CD#22) is a concrete culvert carrying T 151 over Dry Weather CRK(CD#22) in Chippewa County, Minnesota. It was built in 2004, so it is 21 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 35 vehicles a day, projected to reach 35 by 2029. The structure is 42 ft (12.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesT 151
CrossesDry Weather CRK(CD#22)
Location1.9 MI E of JCT TH 29
RouteCounty Highway 151
Coordinates45.03614, -95.6781
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionMay 2022
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior 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 length42 ft (12.9 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.8 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic35 (2004)
Projected traffic35 by 2029
Trucks—
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 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$1,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was T 151 over Dry Weather CRK(CD#22) built?

It was built in 2004, making it 21 years old in 2025.

What condition is T 151 over Dry Weather CRK(CD#22) 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 May 2022.

How much traffic does T 151 over Dry Weather CRK(CD#22) carry?

About 35 vehicles per day (2004 count).

How long is T 151 over Dry Weather CRK(CD#22)?

The structure is 42 ft (12.9 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.8 m).

Who owns T 151 over Dry Weather CRK(CD#22)?

It is owned by the Town or Township Highway Agency.