US Bridges

T 169 over Badger Run

Good

Olmsted County, Minnesota · 0.1 MI W JCT Csah 36 · Structure no. 55J38

Built
2002
23 years old
Condition
Good
inspected November 2022
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
46 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
261
2021 count
Owner
Town / Township
Town or Township Highway Agency

About this bridge

T 169 over Badger Run is a concrete culvert carrying T 169 over Badger Run in Olmsted County, Minnesota. It was built in 2002, so it is 23 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 261 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 440 by 2041. The structure is 46 ft (14 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesT 169
CrossesBadger Run
Location0.1 MI W JCT Csah 36
RouteCounty Highway 169
Coordinates43.9781, -92.39921
Functional classUrban Collector

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 inspectionNovember 2022
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 spans3
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length46 ft (14 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic261 (2021)
Projected traffic440 by 2041
Trucks2%
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 169 over Badger Run built?

It was built in 2002, making it 23 years old in 2025.

What condition is T 169 over Badger Run 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 November 2022.

How much traffic does T 169 over Badger Run carry?

About 261 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.

How long is T 169 over Badger Run?

The structure is 46 ft (14 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).

Who owns T 169 over Badger Run?

It is owned by the Town or Township Highway Agency.