US Bridges

T 186 over Jack Creek

Good

Jackson County, Minnesota · 0.4 MI S of JCT CR 63 · Structure no. 95289

Built
1993
32 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
55 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
5
1988 count
Owner
Town / Township
Town or Township Highway Agency

About this bridge

T 186 over Jack Creek is a concrete culvert carrying T 186 over Jack Creek in Jackson 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 5 vehicles a day, projected to reach 5 by 2029. The structure is 55 ft (16.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesT 186
CrossesJack Creek
Location0.4 MI S of JCT CR 63
RouteCounty Highway 186
Coordinates43.75476, -95.41551
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 protection4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Culvert8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionJuly 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior 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 25 or greater
Structure length55 ft (16.8 m)
Longest span14 ft (4.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5 (1988)
Projected traffic5 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$115 million
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was T 186 over Jack Creek built?

It was built in 1993, making it 32 years old in 2025.

What condition is T 186 over Jack 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 July 2023.

How much traffic does T 186 over Jack Creek carry?

About 5 vehicles per day (1988 count).

How long is T 186 over Jack Creek?

The structure is 55 ft (16.8 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.4 m).

Who owns T 186 over Jack Creek?

It is owned by the Town or Township Highway Agency.