T 165 over South Creek
PoorPosted for loadMartin County, Minnesota · 0.3 MI S of JCT Csah 32 · Structure no. L7227
- Built
- 1918
- 107 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Girder and Floorbeam System
- Concrete
- Length
- 43 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 16
- 1986 count
- Owner
- Town / Township
- Town or Township Highway Agency
About this bridge
T 165 over South Creek is a concrete girder and floorbeam system carrying T 165 over South Creek in Martin County, Minnesota. It was built in 1918, so it is 107 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 16 vehicles a day, projected to reach 16 by 2029. The structure is 43 ft (13.2 m) long and 18 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).
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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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, 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 165 over South Creek built?
It was built in 1918, making it 107 years old in 2025.
What condition is T 165 over South 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 165 over South Creek carry?
About 16 vehicles per day (1986 count).
How long is T 165 over South Creek?
The structure is 43 ft (13.2 m) long with a longest span of 40 ft (12.3 m) and a deck 18 ft wide.
Who owns T 165 over South Creek?
It is owned by the Town or Township Highway Agency.