T 185 over E Fk Blue Earth River
GoodFaribault County, Minnesota · 4.0 MI S of JCT Csah 16 · Structure no. 22530
- Built
- 1973
- 52 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected November 2023
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 115 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 35
- 1986 count
- Owner
- Town / Township
- Town or Township Highway Agency
About this bridge
T 185 over E Fk Blue Earth River is a prestressed concrete tee beam carrying T 185 over E Fk Blue Earth River in Faribault County, Minnesota. It was built in 1973, so it is 52 years old, older 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 35 vehicles a day, projected to reach 35 by 2029. The structure is 115 ft (34.9 m) long and 28 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was T 185 over E Fk Blue Earth River built?
It was built in 1973, making it 52 years old in 2025.
What condition is T 185 over E Fk Blue Earth 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 November 2023.
How much traffic does T 185 over E Fk Blue Earth River carry?
About 35 vehicles per day (1986 count).
How long is T 185 over E Fk Blue Earth River?
The structure is 115 ft (34.9 m) long with a longest span of 38 ft (11.7 m) and a deck 28 ft wide.
Who owns T 185 over E Fk Blue Earth River?
It is owned by the Town or Township Highway Agency.