US Bridges

T 181 over Dry Run

Good

Dakota County, Minnesota · 0.1 MI S of JCT Csah 68 · Structure no. 19J65

Built
2014
11 years old
Condition
Good
inspected November 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
27 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
483
2014 count
Owner
Town / Township
Town or Township Highway Agency

About this bridge

T 181 over Dry Run is a concrete culvert carrying T 181 over Dry Run in Dakota County, Minnesota. It was built in 2014, so it is 11 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 483 vehicles a day, roughly 18% of them trucks, projected to reach 676 by 2034. The structure is 27 ft (8.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

CarriesT 181
CrossesDry Run
Location0.1 MI S of JCT Csah 68
RouteCounty Highway 181
Coordinates44.66039, -92.74351
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 inspectionNovember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating46.4 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHL 93
Structure length27 ft (8.3 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 traffic483 (2014)
Projected traffic676 by 2034
Trucks18%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 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—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was T 181 over Dry Run built?

It was built in 2014, making it 11 years old in 2025.

What condition is T 181 over Dry Run 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 November 2023.

How much traffic does T 181 over Dry Run carry?

About 483 vehicles per day (2014 count), of which roughly 18% are trucks.

How long is T 181 over Dry Run?

The structure is 27 ft (8.3 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.8 m).

Who owns T 181 over Dry Run?

It is owned by the Town or Township Highway Agency.