US Bridges

T 37 over S Fk Zumbro River

Fair

Dodge County, Minnesota · 1.3 MI N of JCT TH 30 · Structure no. 91497

Built
1977
48 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
39 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
33
1993 count
Owner
Town / Township
Town or Township Highway Agency

About this bridge

T 37 over S Fk Zumbro River is a concrete culvert carrying T 37 over S Fk Zumbro River in Dodge County, Minnesota. It was built in 1977, so it is 48 years old, older than the Minnesota average of 38.5 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

It carries about 33 vehicles a day, projected to reach 33 by 2029. The structure is 39 ft (12 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

CarriesT 37
CrossesS Fk Zumbro River
Location1.3 MI N of JCT TH 30
RouteCounty Highway 37
Coordinates43.91166, -92.75854
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating59.4 US tons
Inventory rating39.6 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length39 ft (12 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 traffic33 (1993)
Projected traffic33 by 2029
Trucks—
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 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 37 over S Fk Zumbro River built?

It was built in 1977, making it 48 years old in 2025.

What condition is T 37 over S Fk Zumbro River in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in July 2024.

How much traffic does T 37 over S Fk Zumbro River carry?

About 33 vehicles per day (1993 count).

How long is T 37 over S Fk Zumbro River?

The structure is 39 ft (12 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m).

Who owns T 37 over S Fk Zumbro River?

It is owned by the Town or Township Highway Agency.