T 537 over Nokasippi River
PoorPosted for loadCrow Wing County, Minnesota · 0.4 MI SE of JCT Csah 24 · Structure no. L5862
- Built
- 1972
- 53 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Wood or Timber
- Length
- 27 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 60
- 1989 count
- Owner
- Town / Township
- Town or Township Highway Agency
About this bridge
T 537 over Nokasippi River is a wood or timber slab carrying T 537 over Nokasippi River in Crow Wing County, Minnesota. It was built in 1972, so it is 53 years old, older than the Minnesota average of 38.5 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 60 vehicles a day, projected to reach 60 by 2029. The structure is 27 ft (8.1 m) long and 25 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was T 537 over Nokasippi River built?
It was built in 1972, making it 53 years old in 2025.
What condition is T 537 over Nokasippi River in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in September 2024.
How much traffic does T 537 over Nokasippi River carry?
About 60 vehicles per day (1989 count).
How long is T 537 over Nokasippi River?
The structure is 27 ft (8.1 m) long with a longest span of 23 ft (7 m) and a deck 25 ft wide.
Who owns T 537 over Nokasippi River?
It is owned by the Town or Township Highway Agency.