T 448 over Little Iowa River
GoodPosted for loadMower County, Minnesota · 0.2 MI W of JCT Csah 30 · Structure no. R0529
- Built
- 2011
- 14 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Truss - Thru
- Steel
- Length
- 105 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 79
- 1986 count
- Owner
- State
- State Park, Forest, or Reservation Agency
About this bridge
T 448 over Little Iowa River is a steel truss - thru carrying T 448 over Little Iowa River in Mower County, Minnesota. It was built in 2011, so it is 14 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 79 vehicles a day, projected to reach 79 by 2029. The structure is 105 ft (31.9 m) long and 28 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
Location
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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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| 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 448 over Little Iowa River built?
It was built in 2011, making it 14 years old in 2025.
What condition is T 448 over Little Iowa 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 October 2024.
How much traffic does T 448 over Little Iowa River carry?
About 79 vehicles per day (1986 count).
How long is T 448 over Little Iowa River?
The structure is 105 ft (31.9 m) long with a longest span of 100 ft (30.5 m) and a deck 28 ft wide.
Who owns T 448 over Little Iowa River?
It is owned by the State Park, Forest, or Reservation Agency.