T 222 over Sauk River
PoorPosted for loadTodd County, Minnesota · 0.7 MI N of JCT CSAH2 · Structure no. L9172
- Built
- 1963
- 62 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Wood or Timber
- Length
- 26 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 31
- 1970 count
- Owner
- Town / Township
- Town or Township Highway Agency
About this bridge
T 222 over Sauk River is a wood or timber slab carrying T 222 over Sauk River in Todd County, Minnesota. It was built in 1963, so it is 62 years old, older 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 31 vehicles a day, projected to reach 31 by 2029. The structure is 26 ft (8 m) long and 27 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).
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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.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was T 222 over Sauk River built?
It was built in 1963, making it 62 years old in 2025.
What condition is T 222 over Sauk River 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 September 2024.
How much traffic does T 222 over Sauk River carry?
About 31 vehicles per day (1970 count).
How long is T 222 over Sauk River?
The structure is 26 ft (8 m) long with a longest span of 24 ft (7.3 m) and a deck 27 ft wide.
Who owns T 222 over Sauk River?
It is owned by the Town or Township Highway Agency.