US Bridges

T 312 over Emily Creek

Good

Lac qui Parle County, Minnesota · 1.7 MI E of JCT TH 119 · Structure no. 37J10

Built
1998
27 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
29 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
60
2016 count
Owner
Town / Township
Town or Township Highway Agency

About this bridge

T 312 over Emily Creek is a concrete culvert carrying T 312 over Emily Creek in Lac qui Parle 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 60 vehicles a day, projected to reach 60 by 2039. The structure is 29 ft (8.9 m) long.

CarriesT 312
CrossesEmily Creek
Location1.7 MI E of JCT TH 119
RouteCounty Highway 312
Coordinates45.09452, -96.0274
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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating75.6 US tons
Inventory rating45 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length29 ft (8.9 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 traffic60 (2016)
Projected traffic60 by 2039
Trucks—
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
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 312 over Emily Creek built?

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

What condition is T 312 over Emily 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 2024.

How much traffic does T 312 over Emily Creek carry?

About 60 vehicles per day (2016 count).

How long is T 312 over Emily Creek?

The structure is 29 ft (8.9 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).

Who owns T 312 over Emily Creek?

It is owned by the Town or Township Highway Agency.