T 131 over Middle Creek
FairWabasha County, Minnesota · 4.6 MI NE of JCT Csah 2 · Structure no. 79519
- Built
- 1978
- 47 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2023
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 104 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 35
- 1986 count
- Owner
- Town / Township
- Town or Township Highway Agency
About this bridge
T 131 over Middle Creek is a prestressed concrete tee beam carrying T 131 over Middle Creek in Wabasha County, Minnesota. It was built in 1978, so it is 47 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.
It carries about 35 vehicles a day, projected to reach 35 by 2029. The structure is 104 ft (31.8 m) long and 32 ft wide. 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 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was T 131 over Middle Creek built?
It was built in 1978, making it 47 years old in 2025.
What condition is T 131 over Middle 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 2023.
How much traffic does T 131 over Middle Creek carry?
About 35 vehicles per day (1986 count).
How long is T 131 over Middle Creek?
The structure is 104 ft (31.8 m) long with a longest span of 34 ft (10.4 m) and a deck 32 ft wide.
Who owns T 131 over Middle Creek?
It is owned by the Town or Township Highway Agency.