T 1097 over Skunk River
FairMorrison County, Minnesota · 1.9 MI S of JCT CR 254 · Structure no. 49538
- Built
- 1994
- 31 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Wood or Timber
- Length
- 95 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 64
- 1993 count
- Owner
- Town / Township
- Town or Township Highway Agency
About this bridge
T 1097 over Skunk River is a wood or timber slab carrying T 1097 over Skunk River in Morrison County, Minnesota. It was built in 1994, so it is 31 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 64 vehicles a day, projected to reach 64 by 2029. The structure is 95 ft (28.9 m) long and 34 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 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| 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 1097 over Skunk River built?
It was built in 1994, making it 31 years old in 2025.
What condition is T 1097 over Skunk River 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 1097 over Skunk River carry?
About 64 vehicles per day (1993 count).
How long is T 1097 over Skunk River?
The structure is 95 ft (28.9 m) long with a longest span of 31 ft (9.6 m) and a deck 34 ft wide.
Who owns T 1097 over Skunk River?
It is owned by the Town or Township Highway Agency.