T 296 over Trib Pipestone Creek
FairPipestone County, Minnesota · 0.1 MI N of JCT TH 30 · Structure no. 96604
- Built
- 1999
- 26 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 22 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 50
- 1997 count
- Owner
- Town / Township
- Town or Township Highway Agency
About this bridge
T 296 over Trib Pipestone Creek is a concrete culvert carrying T 296 over Trib Pipestone Creek in Pipestone County, Minnesota. It was built in 1999, so it is 26 years old, younger 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 6 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 50 vehicles a day, projected to reach 50 by 2029. The structure is 22 ft (6.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was T 296 over Trib Pipestone Creek built?
It was built in 1999, making it 26 years old in 2025.
What condition is T 296 over Trib 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 June 2024.
How much traffic does T 296 over Trib Pipestone Creek carry?
About 50 vehicles per day (1997 count).
How long is T 296 over Trib Pipestone Creek?
The structure is 22 ft (6.6 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).
Who owns T 296 over Trib Pipestone Creek?
It is owned by the Town or Township Highway Agency.