T 162 over Highwater Creek
GoodCottonwood County, Minnesota · 0.8 MI S of JCT Csah 10 · Structure no. 17528
- Built
- 1997
- 28 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 91 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 13
- 1986 count
- Owner
- Town / Township
- Town or Township Highway Agency
About this bridge
T 162 over Highwater Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying T 162 over Highwater Creek in Cottonwood County, Minnesota. It was built in 1997, so it is 28 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 13 vehicles a day, projected to reach 13 by 2029. The structure is 91 ft (27.7 m) long and 31 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was T 162 over Highwater Creek built?
It was built in 1997, making it 28 years old in 2025.
What condition is T 162 over Highwater 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 October 2024.
How much traffic does T 162 over Highwater Creek carry?
About 13 vehicles per day (1986 count).
How long is T 162 over Highwater Creek?
The structure is 91 ft (27.7 m) long with a longest span of 84 ft (25.5 m) and a deck 31 ft wide.
Who owns T 162 over Highwater Creek?
It is owned by the Town or Township Highway Agency.