T 197 over E Fk Des Moines River
GoodMartin County, Minnesota · 1.2 MI W of JCT TH 4 · Structure no. 46522
- Built
- 1976
- 49 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 57 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 16
- 1986 count
- Owner
- Town / Township
- Town or Township Highway Agency
About this bridge
T 197 over E Fk Des Moines River is a prestressed concrete tee beam carrying T 197 over E Fk Des Moines River in Martin County, Minnesota. It was built in 1976, so it is 49 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 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 16 vehicles a day, projected to reach 16 by 2029. The structure is 57 ft (17.5 m) long and 30 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).
Location
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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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| 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 197 over E Fk Des Moines River built?
It was built in 1976, making it 49 years old in 2025.
What condition is T 197 over E Fk Des Moines River 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 197 over E Fk Des Moines River carry?
About 16 vehicles per day (1986 count).
How long is T 197 over E Fk Des Moines River?
The structure is 57 ft (17.5 m) long with a longest span of 56 ft (17.1 m) and a deck 30 ft wide.
Who owns T 197 over E Fk Des Moines River?
It is owned by the Town or Township Highway Agency.