US Bridges

T 127 over Elk Creek

Good

Nobles County, Minnesota · 0.6 MI W of JCT Csah 19 · Structure no. 53J10

Built
1997
28 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
51 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
46
1996 count
Owner
Town / Township
Town or Township Highway Agency

About this bridge

T 127 over Elk Creek is a concrete culvert carrying T 127 over Elk Creek in Nobles County, Minnesota. It was built in 1997, so it is 28 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 46 vehicles a day, projected to reach 46 by 2029. The structure is 51 ft (15.5 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

CarriesT 127
CrossesElk Creek
Location0.6 MI W of JCT Csah 19
RouteCounty Highway 127
Coordinates43.68833, -96.0203
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating64.8 US tons
Inventory rating43.2 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length51 ft (15.5 m)
Longest span14 ft (4.2 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic46 (1996)
Projected traffic46 by 2029
Trucks—
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerTown or Township Highway Agency
Maintained byTown or Township Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was T 127 over Elk Creek built?

It was built in 1997, making it 28 years old in 2025.

What condition is T 127 over Elk Creek 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 127 over Elk Creek carry?

About 46 vehicles per day (1996 count).

How long is T 127 over Elk Creek?

The structure is 51 ft (15.5 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.2 m).

Who owns T 127 over Elk Creek?

It is owned by the Town or Township Highway Agency.