US Bridges

T 97 over Elm Creek

Good

Jackson County, Minnesota · 0.8 MI W of JCT CR 85 · Structure no. 95337

Built
1991
34 years old
Condition
Good
inspected September 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
41 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
43
1990 count
Owner
Town / Township
Town or Township Highway Agency

About this bridge

T 97 over Elm Creek is a concrete culvert carrying T 97 over Elm Creek in Jackson County, Minnesota. It was built in 1991, so it is 34 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 43 vehicles a day, projected to reach 43 by 2029. The structure is 41 ft (12.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesT 97
CrossesElm Creek
Location0.8 MI W of JCT CR 85
RouteCounty Highway 97
Coordinates43.77558, -94.92834
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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionSeptember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum 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 spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length41 ft (12.4 m)
Longest span15 ft (4.5 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic43 (1990)
Projected traffic43 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$88 million
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was T 97 over Elm Creek built?

It was built in 1991, making it 34 years old in 2025.

What condition is T 97 over Elm 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 September 2024.

How much traffic does T 97 over Elm Creek carry?

About 43 vehicles per day (1990 count).

How long is T 97 over Elm Creek?

The structure is 41 ft (12.4 m) long with a longest span of 15 ft (4.5 m).

Who owns T 97 over Elm Creek?

It is owned by the Town or Township Highway Agency.