US Bridges

T 56 over S Fk Root River

Good

Fillmore County, Minnesota · 0.3 MI N of JCT Csah 12 · Structure no. 23J39

Built
1998
27 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
41 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
9
1998 count
Owner
Town / Township
Town or Township Highway Agency

About this bridge

T 56 over S Fk Root River is a concrete culvert carrying T 56 over S Fk Root River in Fillmore County, Minnesota. It was built in 1998, so it is 27 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 9 vehicles a day, projected to reach 9 by 2029. The structure is 41 ft (12.5 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 98.8 mi (159 km).

CarriesT 56
CrossesS Fk Root River
Location0.3 MI N of JCT Csah 12
RouteCounty Highway 56
Coordinates43.64241, -91.82381
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionApril 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating64.8 US tons
Inventory rating43.2 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length41 ft (12.5 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic9 (1998)
Projected traffic9 by 2029
Trucks—
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed98.8 mi (159 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerTown or Township Highway Agency
Maintained byTown or Township Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was T 56 over S Fk Root River built?

It was built in 1998, making it 27 years old in 2025.

What condition is T 56 over S Fk Root River 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 2024.

How much traffic does T 56 over S Fk Root River carry?

About 9 vehicles per day (1998 count).

How long is T 56 over S Fk Root River?

The structure is 41 ft (12.5 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).

Who owns T 56 over S Fk Root River?

It is owned by the Town or Township Highway Agency.