T 56 over Little Cedar River
GoodMower County, Minnesota · 0.8 MI E of JCT Csah 7 · Structure no. 50579
- Built
- 1999
- 26 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 96 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 44
- 1999 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
T 56 over Little Cedar River is a concrete continuous slab carrying T 56 over Little Cedar River in Mower County, Minnesota. It was built in 1999, so it is 26 years old, younger than the Minnesota average of 38.5 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 44 vehicles a day, projected to reach 44 by 2029. The structure is 96 ft (29.4 m) long and 31 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| 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 56 over Little Cedar River built?
It was built in 1999, making it 26 years old in 2025.
What condition is T 56 over Little Cedar River in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in September 2024.
How much traffic does T 56 over Little Cedar River carry?
About 44 vehicles per day (1999 count).
How long is T 56 over Little Cedar River?
The structure is 96 ft (29.4 m) long with a longest span of 36 ft (11 m) and a deck 31 ft wide.
Who owns T 56 over Little Cedar River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.