T 180 over Elm Creek
PoorPosted for loadMartin County, Minnesota · 0.7 MI NE of JCT Csah 36 · Structure no. 46547
- Built
- 1982
- 43 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Wood or Timber
- Length
- 96 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 30
- 1986 count
- Owner
- Town / Township
- Town or Township Highway Agency
About this bridge
T 180 over Elm Creek is a wood or timber slab carrying T 180 over Elm Creek in Martin County, Minnesota. It was built in 1982, so it is 43 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 4 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 30 vehicles a day, projected to reach 30 by 2029. The structure is 96 ft (29.3 m) long and 30 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 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 | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| 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 180 over Elm Creek built?
It was built in 1982, making it 43 years old in 2025.
What condition is T 180 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 180 over Elm Creek carry?
About 30 vehicles per day (1986 count).
How long is T 180 over Elm Creek?
The structure is 96 ft (29.3 m) long with a longest span of 32 ft (9.8 m) and a deck 30 ft wide.
Who owns T 180 over Elm Creek?
It is owned by the Town or Township Highway Agency.