US Bridges

T 54 over Mid Br Rush R (cd 54)

Good

Sibley County, Minnesota · 2.7 MI N of JCT Csah 8 · Structure no. 72J11

Built
1998
27 years old
Condition
Good
inspected September 2022
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
24 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
37
1998 count
Owner
Town / Township
Town or Township Highway Agency

About this bridge

T 54 over Mid Br Rush R (cd 54) is a concrete culvert carrying T 54 over Mid Br Rush R (cd 54) in Sibley County, Minnesota. It was built in 1998, so it is 27 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 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 37 vehicles a day, projected to reach 37 by 2029. The structure is 24 ft (7.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

CarriesT 54
CrossesMid Br Rush R (cd 54)
Location2.7 MI N of JCT Csah 8
RouteCounty Highway 54
Coordinates44.51022, -94.29141
Functional classRural Local

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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionSeptember 2022
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating64.8 US tons
Inventory rating43.2 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length24 ft (7.2 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.8 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic37 (1998)
Projected traffic37 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$37 million
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was T 54 over Mid Br Rush R (cd 54) built?

It was built in 1998, making it 27 years old in 2025.

What condition is T 54 over Mid Br Rush R (cd 54) 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 September 2022.

How much traffic does T 54 over Mid Br Rush R (cd 54) carry?

About 37 vehicles per day (1998 count).

How long is T 54 over Mid Br Rush R (cd 54)?

The structure is 24 ft (7.2 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.8 m).

Who owns T 54 over Mid Br Rush R (cd 54)?

It is owned by the Town or Township Highway Agency.