US Bridges

T 125 over N Fk Watonwan River

Good

Cottonwood County, Minnesota · 1.6 MI N of JCT TH 30 · Structure no. 17J22

Built
2004
21 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
43 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
45
2004 count
Owner
Town / Township
Town or Township Highway Agency

About this bridge

T 125 over N Fk Watonwan River is a concrete culvert carrying T 125 over N Fk Watonwan River in Cottonwood 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 45 vehicles a day, projected to reach 50 by 2024. The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesT 125
CrossesN Fk Watonwan River
Location1.6 MI N of JCT TH 30
RouteCounty Highway 125
Coordinates44.07321, -94.94
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 inspectionOctober 2023
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum 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 length43 ft (13.1 m)
Longest span14 ft (4.3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic45 (2004)
Projected traffic50 by 2024
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 125 over N Fk Watonwan River built?

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

What condition is T 125 over N Fk Watonwan 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 2023.

How much traffic does T 125 over N Fk Watonwan River carry?

About 45 vehicles per day (2004 count).

How long is T 125 over N Fk Watonwan River?

The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m).

Who owns T 125 over N Fk Watonwan River?

It is owned by the Town or Township Highway Agency.