US Bridges

T 14 over Cedar Run

Fair

Martin County, Minnesota · 0.5 MI N of JCT Csah 38 · Structure no. 96893

Built
1991
34 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected October 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
36 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
20
1990 count
Owner
Town / Township
Town or Township Highway Agency

About this bridge

T 14 over Cedar Run is a concrete culvert carrying T 14 over Cedar Run in Martin County, Minnesota. It was built in 1991, so it is 34 years old, younger than the Minnesota average of 38.5 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

It carries about 20 vehicles a day, projected to reach 20 by 2029. The structure is 36 ft (11 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

Location

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CarriesT 14
CrossesCedar Run
Location0.5 MI N of JCT Csah 38
RouteCounty Highway 14
CountyMartin County
StateMinnesota
Coordinates43.76653, -94.67484
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Operating rating54 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length36 ft (11 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic20 (1990)
Projected traffic20 by 2029
Trucks—
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 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 14 over Cedar Run built?

It was built in 1991, making it 34 years old in 2025.

What condition is T 14 over Cedar Run in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in October 2024.

How much traffic does T 14 over Cedar Run carry?

About 20 vehicles per day (1990 count).

How long is T 14 over Cedar Run?

The structure is 36 ft (11 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).

Who owns T 14 over Cedar Run?

It is owned by the Town or Township Highway Agency.