T 253 over Elm Creek
GoodFaribault County, Minnesota · 0.9 MI N of JCT Csah 10 · Structure no. 22541
- Built
- 1978
- 47 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 161 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 46
- 1986 count
- Owner
- Town / Township
- Town or Township Highway Agency
About this bridge
T 253 over Elm Creek is a prestressed concrete tee beam carrying T 253 over Elm Creek in Faribault County, Minnesota. It was built in 1978, so it is 47 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 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 46 vehicles a day, projected to reach 46 by 2029. The structure is 161 ft (49.2 m) long and 27 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).
Location
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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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| 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 253 over Elm Creek built?
It was built in 1978, making it 47 years old in 2025.
What condition is T 253 over Elm 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 November 2024.
How much traffic does T 253 over Elm Creek carry?
About 46 vehicles per day (1986 count).
How long is T 253 over Elm Creek?
The structure is 161 ft (49.2 m) long with a longest span of 53 ft (16.2 m) and a deck 27 ft wide.
Who owns T 253 over Elm Creek?
It is owned by the Town or Township Highway Agency.