T 79 over Turtle Creek
PoorTodd County, Minnesota · 1.7 MI N of Csah 18 · Structure no. R0405
- Built
- 1949
- 76 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Steel
- Length
- 46 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 50
- 1994 count
- Owner
- Town / Township
- Town or Township Highway Agency
About this bridge
T 79 over Turtle Creek is a steel culvert carrying T 79 over Turtle Creek in Todd County, Minnesota. It was built in 1949, so it is 76 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.
It carries about 50 vehicles a day, projected to reach 50 by 2029. The structure is 46 ft (14 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).
Location
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was T 79 over Turtle Creek built?
It was built in 1949, making it 76 years old in 2025.
What condition is T 79 over Turtle Creek 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 79 over Turtle Creek carry?
About 50 vehicles per day (1994 count).
How long is T 79 over Turtle Creek?
The structure is 46 ft (14 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.5 m).
Who owns T 79 over Turtle Creek?
It is owned by the Town or Township Highway Agency.