T 70 over Le Sueur Creek
GoodLe Sueur County, Minnesota · 1.2 MI SW of JCT CR 153 · Structure no. 40512
- Built
- 1981
- 44 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 97 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 12
- 1971 count
- Owner
- Town / Township
- Town or Township Highway Agency
About this bridge
T 70 over Le Sueur Creek is a prestressed concrete tee beam carrying T 70 over Le Sueur Creek in Le Sueur 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 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 12 vehicles a day, projected to reach 12 by 2029. The structure is 97 ft (29.6 m) long and 32 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was T 70 over Le Sueur Creek built?
It was built in 1981, making it 44 years old in 2025.
What condition is T 70 over Le Sueur 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 October 2024.
How much traffic does T 70 over Le Sueur Creek carry?
About 12 vehicles per day (1971 count).
How long is T 70 over Le Sueur Creek?
The structure is 97 ft (29.6 m) long with a longest span of 32 ft (9.8 m) and a deck 32 ft wide.
Who owns T 70 over Le Sueur Creek?
It is owned by the Town or Township Highway Agency.