T 231 over West Indian Creek
FairPosted for loadWabasha County, Minnesota · 0.2 MI N of JCT TH42 · Structure no. 2992
- Built
- 1914
- 111 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 33 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 12
- 1986 count
- Owner
- Town / Township
- Town or Township Highway Agency
About this bridge
T 231 over West Indian Creek is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying T 231 over West Indian Creek in Wabasha County, Minnesota. It was built in 1914, so it is 111 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 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 12 vehicles a day, projected to reach 12 by 2029. The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long and 23 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was T 231 over West Indian Creek built?
It was built in 1914, making it 111 years old in 2025.
What condition is T 231 over West Indian 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 October 2024.
How much traffic does T 231 over West Indian Creek carry?
About 12 vehicles per day (1986 count).
How long is T 231 over West Indian Creek?
The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long with a longest span of 30 ft (9.1 m) and a deck 23 ft wide.
Who owns T 231 over West Indian Creek?
It is owned by the Town or Township Highway Agency.