US Bridges

T 86 over Stream

Good

Nobles County, Minnesota · 1.2 MI N of JCT Csah 18 · Structure no. 95803

Built
1989
36 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
51 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
40
1988 count
Owner
Town / Township
Town or Township Highway Agency

About this bridge

T 86 over Stream is a concrete culvert carrying T 86 over Stream in Nobles County, Minnesota. It was built in 1989, so it is 36 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 40 vehicles a day, projected to reach 40 by 2029. The structure is 51 ft (15.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

CarriesT 86
CrossesStream
Location1.2 MI N of JCT Csah 18
RouteCounty Highway 86
Coordinates43.83614, -95.61283
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.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating59.4 US tons
Inventory rating39.6 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length51 ft (15.6 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 traffic40 (1988)
Projected traffic40 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 86 over Stream built?

It was built in 1989, making it 36 years old in 2025.

What condition is T 86 over Stream 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 86 over Stream carry?

About 40 vehicles per day (1988 count).

How long is T 86 over Stream?

The structure is 51 ft (15.6 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m).

Who owns T 86 over Stream?

It is owned by the Town or Township Highway Agency.