T 109 over Silver Creek
FairClearwater County, Minnesota · 1.4 MI N of JCT Csah 6 · Structure no. L8758
- Built
- 1966
- 59 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Wood or Timber
- Length
- 24 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 11
- 1971 count
- Owner
- Town / Township
- Town or Township Highway Agency
About this bridge
T 109 over Silver Creek is a wood or timber slab carrying T 109 over Silver Creek in Clearwater County, Minnesota. It was built in 1966, so it is 59 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 11 vehicles a day, projected to reach 11 by 2029. The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long and 23 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| 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 109 over Silver Creek built?
It was built in 1966, making it 59 years old in 2025.
What condition is T 109 over Silver Creek 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 October 2023.
How much traffic does T 109 over Silver Creek carry?
About 11 vehicles per day (1971 count).
How long is T 109 over Silver Creek?
The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long with a longest span of 22 ft (6.7 m) and a deck 23 ft wide.
Who owns T 109 over Silver Creek?
It is owned by the Town or Township Highway Agency.