T 137 over Rice Creek
FairPosted for loadFaribault County, Minnesota · 1.3 MI W of JCT Csah 27 · Structure no. L5310
- Built
- 1962
- 63 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Steel
- Length
- 33 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 35
- 1986 count
- Owner
- Town / Township
- Town or Township Highway Agency
About this bridge
T 137 over Rice Creek is a steel culvert carrying T 137 over Rice Creek in Faribault County, Minnesota. It was built in 1962, so it is 63 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 35 vehicles a day, projected to reach 35 by 2029. The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was T 137 over Rice Creek built?
It was built in 1962, making it 63 years old in 2025.
What condition is T 137 over Rice Creek 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 October 2023.
How much traffic does T 137 over Rice Creek carry?
About 35 vehicles per day (1986 count).
How long is T 137 over Rice Creek?
The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long with a longest span of 15 ft (4.6 m).
Who owns T 137 over Rice Creek?
It is owned by the Town or Township Highway Agency.