US Bridges

T 112 over Kanaranzi Creek

Good

Nobles County, Minnesota · 1.9 MI NE of Adrian · Structure no. 53J34

Built
2000
25 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
63 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
30
2000 count
Owner
Town / Township
Town or Township Highway Agency

About this bridge

T 112 over Kanaranzi Creek is a concrete culvert carrying T 112 over Kanaranzi Creek in Nobles County, Minnesota. It was built in 2000, so it is 25 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 30 vehicles a day, projected to reach 30 by 2029. The structure is 63 ft (19.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesT 112
CrossesKanaranzi Creek
Location1.9 MI NE of Adrian
RouteCounty Highway 112
Coordinates43.65961, -95.91432
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 protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionOctober 2023
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 rating75.6 US tons
Inventory rating45 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length63 ft (19.1 m)
Longest span14 ft (4.3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic30 (2000)
Projected traffic30 by 2029
Trucks—
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 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 112 over Kanaranzi Creek built?

It was built in 2000, making it 25 years old in 2025.

What condition is T 112 over Kanaranzi 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 2023.

How much traffic does T 112 over Kanaranzi Creek carry?

About 30 vehicles per day (2000 count).

How long is T 112 over Kanaranzi Creek?

The structure is 63 ft (19.1 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m).

Who owns T 112 over Kanaranzi Creek?

It is owned by the Town or Township Highway Agency.