US Bridges

T 112 over N Br Pipestone Creek

Fair

Pipestone County, Minnesota · 0.4 MI S of JCT Csah 7 · Structure no. 91343

Built
1976
49 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
36 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
30
1986 count
Owner
Town / Township
Town or Township Highway Agency

About this bridge

T 112 over N Br Pipestone Creek is a concrete culvert carrying T 112 over N Br Pipestone Creek in Pipestone County, Minnesota. It was built in 1976, so it is 49 years old, older than the Minnesota average of 38.5 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

It carries about 30 vehicles a day, projected to reach 30 by 2029. The structure is 36 ft (11.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

Location

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CarriesT 112
CrossesN Br Pipestone Creek
Location0.4 MI S of JCT Csah 7
RouteCounty Highway 112
CountyPipestone County
StateMinnesota
Coordinates44.06107, -96.36795
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection3 SeriousLoss of section, deterioration, spalling or scour have seriously affected primary structural components.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy3: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of corrective action
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating46.4 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length36 ft (11.1 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 (1986)
Projected traffic30 by 2029
Trucks—
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 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$740 million (2023 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was T 112 over N Br Pipestone Creek built?

It was built in 1976, making it 49 years old in 2025.

What condition is T 112 over N Br Pipestone Creek in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in July 2024.

How much traffic does T 112 over N Br Pipestone Creek carry?

About 30 vehicles per day (1986 count).

How long is T 112 over N Br Pipestone Creek?

The structure is 36 ft (11.1 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m).

Who owns T 112 over N Br Pipestone Creek?

It is owned by the Town or Township Highway Agency.