T 221 over Ramsey Creek
PoorRedwood County, Minnesota · 0.8 MI W of JCT TH 19 · Structure no. 64527
- Built
- 1977
- 48 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Wood or Timber
- Length
- 60 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 61
- 1971 count
- Owner
- Town / Township
- Town or Township Highway Agency
About this bridge
T 221 over Ramsey Creek is a wood or timber slab carrying T 221 over Ramsey Creek in Redwood County, Minnesota. It was built in 1977, so it is 48 years old, older than the Minnesota average of 38.5 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
It carries about 61 vehicles a day, projected to reach 61 by 2029. The structure is 60 ft (18.3 m) long and 30 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was T 221 over Ramsey Creek built?
It was built in 1977, making it 48 years old in 2025.
What condition is T 221 over Ramsey Creek in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in October 2024.
How much traffic does T 221 over Ramsey Creek carry?
About 61 vehicles per day (1971 count).
How long is T 221 over Ramsey Creek?
The structure is 60 ft (18.3 m) long with a longest span of 24 ft (7.3 m) and a deck 30 ft wide.
Who owns T 221 over Ramsey Creek?
It is owned by the Town or Township Highway Agency.