US Bridges

T 83 over Harkcom Creek

Good

Dodge County, Minnesota · 0.6 MI N JCT Csah 22 · Structure no. 20J25

Built
2006
19 years old
Condition
Good
inspected September 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
39 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
21
2006 count
Owner
Town / Township
Town or Township Highway Agency

About this bridge

T 83 over Harkcom Creek is a concrete culvert carrying T 83 over Harkcom Creek in Dodge County, Minnesota. It was built in 2006, so it is 19 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 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 21 vehicles a day, projected to reach 21 by 2029. The structure is 39 ft (11.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesT 83
CrossesHarkcom Creek
Location0.6 MI N JCT Csah 22
RouteCounty Highway 83
Coordinates44.13915, -92.70869
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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionSeptember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating75.6 US tons
Inventory rating45 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length39 ft (11.9 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 traffic21 (2006)
Projected traffic21 by 2029
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—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was T 83 over Harkcom Creek built?

It was built in 2006, making it 19 years old in 2025.

What condition is T 83 over Harkcom 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 September 2024.

How much traffic does T 83 over Harkcom Creek carry?

About 21 vehicles per day (2006 count).

How long is T 83 over Harkcom Creek?

The structure is 39 ft (11.9 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m).

Who owns T 83 over Harkcom Creek?

It is owned by the Town or Township Highway Agency.