US Bridges

T 38 over Jud Ditch # 29

Good

Lincoln County, Minnesota · 1.2 MI W of JCT Csah 8 · Structure no. 41J28

Built
2006
19 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
25 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
20
2006 count
Owner
Town / Township
Town or Township Highway Agency

About this bridge

T 38 over Jud Ditch # 29 is a concrete culvert carrying T 38 over Jud Ditch # 29 in Lincoln County, Minnesota. It was built in 2006, so it is 19 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 20 vehicles a day, projected to reach 20 by 2029. The structure is 25 ft (7.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesT 38
CrossesJud Ditch # 29
Location1.2 MI W of JCT Csah 8
RouteCounty Highway 38
Coordinates44.41551, -96.14399
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.
Culvert8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionAugust 2024
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating64.8 US tons
Inventory rating43.2 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length25 ft (7.7 m)
Longest span11 ft (3.5 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic20 (2006)
Projected traffic20 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—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was T 38 over Jud Ditch # 29 built?

It was built in 2006, making it 19 years old in 2025.

What condition is T 38 over Jud Ditch # 29 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 August 2024.

How much traffic does T 38 over Jud Ditch # 29 carry?

About 20 vehicles per day (2006 count).

How long is T 38 over Jud Ditch # 29?

The structure is 25 ft (7.7 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.5 m).

Who owns T 38 over Jud Ditch # 29?

It is owned by the Town or Township Highway Agency.