T 279 over Little Cedar River
FairMower County, Minnesota · 0.3 MI S of JCT Csah 4 · Structure no. 50567
- Built
- 1987
- 38 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 99 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 8
- 1986 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
T 279 over Little Cedar River is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying T 279 over Little Cedar River in Mower County, Minnesota. It was built in 1987, so it is 38 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 8 vehicles a day, projected to reach 8 by 2029. The structure is 99 ft (30.3 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 | 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 279 over Little Cedar River built?
It was built in 1987, making it 38 years old in 2025.
What condition is T 279 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 August 2024.
How much traffic does T 279 over Little Cedar River carry?
About 8 vehicles per day (1986 count).
How long is T 279 over Little Cedar River?
The structure is 99 ft (30.3 m) long with a longest span of 38 ft (11.6 m) and a deck 31 ft wide.
Who owns T 279 over Little Cedar River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.