US Bridges

T 140 over Stream

FairPosted for load

Kittson County, Minnesota · 2.0 MI W of JCT Csah 1 · Structure no. 95341

Built
1981
44 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected October 2024
Type
Culvert
Steel
Length
49 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
8
1991 count
Owner
Town / Township
Town or Township Highway Agency

About this bridge

T 140 over Stream is a steel culvert carrying T 140 over Stream in Kittson County, Minnesota. It was built in 1981, so it is 44 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 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 8 vehicles a day, projected to reach 8 by 2029. The structure is 49 ft (14.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

Location

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CarriesT 140
CrossesStream
Location2.0 MI W of JCT Csah 1
RouteCounty Highway 140
CountyKittson County
StateMinnesota
Coordinates48.66039, -97.08667
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 protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating41.1 US tons
Inventory rating31.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialSteel
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length49 ft (14.9 m)
Longest span20 ft (6.1 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic8 (1991)
Projected traffic8 by 2029
Trucks—
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 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 140 over Stream built?

It was built in 1981, making it 44 years old in 2025.

What condition is T 140 over Stream 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 October 2024.

How much traffic does T 140 over Stream carry?

About 8 vehicles per day (1991 count).

How long is T 140 over Stream?

The structure is 49 ft (14.9 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6.1 m).

Who owns T 140 over Stream?

It is owned by the Town or Township Highway Agency.