T 738 over Getchell Creek
FairStearns County, Minnesota · 0.1 MI W of JCT Csah 11 · Structure no. L9804
- Built
- 1978
- 47 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected January 2025
- Type
- Culvert
- Steel
- Length
- 48 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 22
- 1986 count
- Owner
- Town / Township
- Town or Township Highway Agency
About this bridge
T 738 over Getchell Creek is a steel culvert carrying T 738 over Getchell Creek in Stearns County, Minnesota. It was built in 1978, so it is 47 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.
It carries about 22 vehicles a day, projected to reach 22 by 2029. The structure is 48 ft (14.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was T 738 over Getchell Creek built?
It was built in 1978, making it 47 years old in 2025.
What condition is T 738 over Getchell 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 January 2025.
How much traffic does T 738 over Getchell Creek carry?
About 22 vehicles per day (1986 count).
How long is T 738 over Getchell Creek?
The structure is 48 ft (14.7 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m).
Who owns T 738 over Getchell Creek?
It is owned by the Town or Township Highway Agency.