T 317 over South Creek
GoodFaribault County, Minnesota · 0.5 MI N of JCT Csah 8 · Structure no. 22573
- Built
- 1988
- 37 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected November 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Wood or Timber
- Length
- 89 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 30
- 1986 count
- Owner
- Town / Township
- Town or Township Highway Agency
About this bridge
T 317 over South Creek is a wood or timber slab carrying T 317 over South Creek in Faribault County, Minnesota. It was built in 1988, so it is 37 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 30 vehicles a day, projected to reach 30 by 2029. The structure is 89 ft (27.2 m) long and 30 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 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 317 over South Creek built?
It was built in 1988, making it 37 years old in 2025.
What condition is T 317 over South 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 2023.
How much traffic does T 317 over South Creek carry?
About 30 vehicles per day (1986 count).
How long is T 317 over South Creek?
The structure is 89 ft (27.2 m) long with a longest span of 30 ft (9.1 m) and a deck 30 ft wide.
Who owns T 317 over South Creek?
It is owned by the Town or Township Highway Agency.