T 176 over Elm Creek
PoorMartin County, Minnesota · 0.2 MI W of JCT Cr. 107 · Structure no. 46541
- Built
- 1977
- 48 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Wood or Timber
- Length
- 68 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 30
- 1986 count
- Owner
- Town / Township
- Town or Township Highway Agency
About this bridge
T 176 over Elm Creek is a wood or timber slab carrying T 176 over Elm Creek in Martin County, Minnesota. It was built in 1977, so it is 48 years old, older than the Minnesota average of 38.5 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 3 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
It carries about 30 vehicles a day, projected to reach 30 by 2029. The structure is 68 ft (20.7 m) long and 30 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 3 Serious | Loss of section, deterioration, spalling or scour have seriously affected primary structural components. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was T 176 over Elm Creek built?
It was built in 1977, making it 48 years old in 2025.
What condition is T 176 over Elm Creek in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in October 2024.
How much traffic does T 176 over Elm Creek carry?
About 30 vehicles per day (1986 count).
How long is T 176 over Elm Creek?
The structure is 68 ft (20.7 m) long with a longest span of 32 ft (9.8 m) and a deck 30 ft wide.
Who owns T 176 over Elm Creek?
It is owned by the Town or Township Highway Agency.