US Bridges

T 28 over CO Ditch # 2

PoorPosted for load

Stevens County, Minnesota · 1.4 MI W of JCT Csah 13 · Structure no. 97102

Built
1990
35 years old
Condition
Poor
inspected October 2024
Type
Culvert
Steel
Length
28 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
20
1986 count
Owner
Town / Township
Town or Township Highway Agency

About this bridge

T 28 over CO Ditch # 2 is a steel culvert carrying T 28 over CO Ditch # 2 in Stevens County, Minnesota. It was built in 1990, so it is 35 years old, younger 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 20 vehicles a day, projected to reach 20 by 2029. The structure is 28 ft (8.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

Location

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CarriesT 28
CrossesCO Ditch # 2
Location1.4 MI W of JCT Csah 13
RouteCounty Highway 28
CountyStevens County
StateMinnesota
Coordinates45.54218, -96.18653
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Poor

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.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 12 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Operating rating24.3 US tons
Inventory rating15.3 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialSteel
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadUnknown
Structure length28 ft (8.4 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.6 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic20 (1986)
Projected traffic20 by 2029
Trucks—
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 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 28 over CO Ditch # 2 built?

It was built in 1990, making it 35 years old in 2025.

What condition is T 28 over CO Ditch # 2 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 28 over CO Ditch # 2 carry?

About 20 vehicles per day (1986 count).

How long is T 28 over CO Ditch # 2?

The structure is 28 ft (8.4 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.6 m).

Who owns T 28 over CO Ditch # 2?

It is owned by the Town or Township Highway Agency.