T 98 over Highwater Creek
FairPosted for loadRedwood County, Minnesota · 1.0 MI W of JCT Csah 15 · Structure no. 64539
- Built
- 1982
- 43 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Wood or Timber
- Length
- 104 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 46
- 1978 count
- Owner
- Town / Township
- Town or Township Highway Agency
About this bridge
T 98 over Highwater Creek is a wood or timber slab carrying T 98 over Highwater Creek in Redwood County, Minnesota. It was built in 1982, so it is 43 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 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 46 vehicles a day, projected to reach 46 by 2029. The structure is 104 ft (31.7 m) long and 30 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was T 98 over Highwater Creek built?
It was built in 1982, making it 43 years old in 2025.
What condition is T 98 over Highwater 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 October 2023.
How much traffic does T 98 over Highwater Creek carry?
About 46 vehicles per day (1978 count).
How long is T 98 over Highwater Creek?
The structure is 104 ft (31.7 m) long with a longest span of 26 ft (7.9 m) and a deck 30 ft wide.
Who owns T 98 over Highwater Creek?
It is owned by the Town or Township Highway Agency.