T 48 over Little Cedar River
FairMower County, Minnesota · 1.0 MI E of JCT Csah 7 · Structure no. 50560
- Built
- 1985
- 40 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 202 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 32
- 1986 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
T 48 over Little Cedar River is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying T 48 over Little Cedar River in Mower County, Minnesota. It was built in 1985, so it is 40 years old, older 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 32 vehicles a day, projected to reach 32 by 2029. The structure is 202 ft (61.7 m) long and 31 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 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| 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 48 over Little Cedar River built?
It was built in 1985, making it 40 years old in 2025.
What condition is T 48 over Little Cedar 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 September 2024.
How much traffic does T 48 over Little Cedar River carry?
About 32 vehicles per day (1986 count).
How long is T 48 over Little Cedar River?
The structure is 202 ft (61.7 m) long with a longest span of 75 ft (22.9 m) and a deck 31 ft wide.
Who owns T 48 over Little Cedar River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.