US Bridges

T 171 over Weisel Creek

Fair

Fillmore County, Minnesota · 0.9 MI N of JCT Csah 23 · Structure no. L9841

Built
1978
47 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected March 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
50 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
29
1973 count
Owner
Town / Township
Town or Township Highway Agency

About this bridge

T 171 over Weisel Creek is a concrete culvert carrying T 171 over Weisel Creek in Fillmore County, Minnesota. It was built in 1978, so it is 47 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 29 vehicles a day, projected to reach 29 by 2029. The structure is 50 ft (15.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesT 171
CrossesWeisel Creek
Location0.9 MI N of JCT Csah 23
RouteCounty Highway 171
Coordinates43.55767, -91.90981
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionMarch 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating59.4 US tons
Inventory rating39.6 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length50 ft (15.3 m)
Longest span13 ft (3.9 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic29 (1973)
Projected traffic29 by 2029
Trucks—
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 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 171 over Weisel Creek built?

It was built in 1978, making it 47 years old in 2025.

What condition is T 171 over Weisel 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 March 2024.

How much traffic does T 171 over Weisel Creek carry?

About 29 vehicles per day (1973 count).

How long is T 171 over Weisel Creek?

The structure is 50 ft (15.3 m) long with a longest span of 13 ft (3.9 m).

Who owns T 171 over Weisel Creek?

It is owned by the Town or Township Highway Agency.