T 259 over Rice Creek
GoodFillmore County, Minnesota · 0.3 MI W of JCT TH 52 · Structure no. 23553
- Built
- 1993
- 32 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected April 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 92 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 76
- 1993 count
- Owner
- Town / Township
- Town or Township Highway Agency
About this bridge
T 259 over Rice Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying T 259 over Rice Creek in Fillmore County, Minnesota. It was built in 1993, so it is 32 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 76 vehicles a day, projected to reach 76 by 2029. The structure is 92 ft (27.9 m) long and 35 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| 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 259 over Rice Creek built?
It was built in 1993, making it 32 years old in 2025.
What condition is T 259 over Rice 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 April 2023.
How much traffic does T 259 over Rice Creek carry?
About 76 vehicles per day (1993 count).
How long is T 259 over Rice Creek?
The structure is 92 ft (27.9 m) long with a longest span of 90 ft (27.4 m) and a deck 35 ft wide.
Who owns T 259 over Rice Creek?
It is owned by the Town or Township Highway Agency.