US Bridges

T 932 over Getchell Creek

Good

Stearns County, Minnesota · 0.1 MI N of JCT CR 176 · Structure no. R0029

Built
1982
43 years old
Condition
Good
inspected January 2025
Type
Culvert
Steel
Length
48 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
40
1982 count
Owner
Town / Township
Town or Township Highway Agency

About this bridge

T 932 over Getchell Creek is a steel culvert carrying T 932 over Getchell Creek in Stearns 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 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 40 vehicles a day, projected to reach 40 by 2029. The structure is 48 ft (14.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

CarriesT 932
CrossesGetchell Creek
Location0.1 MI N of JCT CR 176
RouteCounty Highway 932
Coordinates45.58694, -94.72152
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 protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJanuary 2025
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating46.4 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialSteel
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadUnknown
Structure length48 ft (14.7 m)
Longest span14 ft (4.3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic40 (1982)
Projected traffic40 by 2029
Trucks—
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 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—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was T 932 over Getchell Creek built?

It was built in 1982, making it 43 years old in 2025.

What condition is T 932 over Getchell Creek 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 January 2025.

How much traffic does T 932 over Getchell Creek carry?

About 40 vehicles per day (1982 count).

How long is T 932 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 932 over Getchell Creek?

It is owned by the Town or Township Highway Agency.