US Bridges

T 229 over N Fk Whitewater River

Good

Wabasha County, Minnesota · 1.5 MI S of JCT TH 42 · Structure no. 79538

Built
1990
35 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2023
Type
Tee Beam
Prestressed Concrete
Length
171 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
28
1990 count
Owner
Town / Township
Town or Township Highway Agency

About this bridge

T 229 over N Fk Whitewater River is a prestressed concrete tee beam carrying T 229 over N Fk Whitewater River in Wabasha 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 good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 28 vehicles a day, projected to reach 28 by 2029. The structure is 171 ft (52 m) long and 32 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesT 229
CrossesN Fk Whitewater River
Location1.5 MI S of JCT TH 42
RouteCounty Highway 229
Coordinates44.12453, -92.21945
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionOctober 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating75.2 US tons
Inventory rating45 US tons

Structure

Structure typeTee Beam
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length171 ft (52 m)
Longest span57 ft (17.3 m)
Deck width32 ft (9.8 m)
Roadway width29 ft (8.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic28 (1990)
Projected traffic28 by 2029
Trucks—
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 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 229 over N Fk Whitewater River built?

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

What condition is T 229 over N Fk Whitewater River in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in October 2023.

How much traffic does T 229 over N Fk Whitewater River carry?

About 28 vehicles per day (1990 count).

How long is T 229 over N Fk Whitewater River?

The structure is 171 ft (52 m) long with a longest span of 57 ft (17.3 m) and a deck 32 ft wide.

Who owns T 229 over N Fk Whitewater River?

It is owned by the Town or Township Highway Agency.