T 166 over E Fk Blue Earth River
FairFaribault County, Minnesota · 1.3 MI N of JCT Csah 30 · Structure no. 22574
- Built
- 1985
- 40 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected November 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Wood or Timber
- Length
- 72 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 45
- 1986 count
- Owner
- Town / Township
- Town or Township Highway Agency
About this bridge
T 166 over E Fk Blue Earth River is a wood or timber slab carrying T 166 over E Fk Blue Earth River in Faribault County, Minnesota. It was built in 1985, so it is 40 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 45 vehicles a day, projected to reach 45 by 2029. The structure is 72 ft (21.9 m) long and 30 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was T 166 over E Fk Blue Earth River built?
It was built in 1985, making it 40 years old in 2025.
What condition is T 166 over E Fk Blue Earth 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 November 2023.
How much traffic does T 166 over E Fk Blue Earth River carry?
About 45 vehicles per day (1986 count).
How long is T 166 over E Fk Blue Earth River?
The structure is 72 ft (21.9 m) long with a longest span of 24 ft (7.3 m) and a deck 30 ft wide.
Who owns T 166 over E Fk Blue Earth River?
It is owned by the Town or Township Highway Agency.