US Bridges

T 7 over Stream

Fair

Wabasha County, Minnesota · 0.2 MI W CSAH5 Goodhue C · Structure no. L5924

Built
1927
98 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected October 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
36 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
66
1986 count
Owner
Town / Township
Town or Township Highway Agency

About this bridge

T 7 over Stream is a concrete culvert carrying T 7 over Stream in Wabasha County, Minnesota. It was built in 1927, so it is 98 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 6 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 66 vehicles a day, projected to reach 66 by 2029. The structure is 36 ft (10.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).

CarriesT 7
CrossesStream
Location0.2 MI W CSAH5 Goodhue C
RouteCounty Highway 7
Coordinates44.4548, -92.32229
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection3 SeriousLoss of section, deterioration, spalling or scour have seriously affected primary structural components.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionOctober 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating54 US tons
Inventory rating32.4 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadUnknown
Structure length36 ft (10.9 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic66 (1986)
Projected traffic66 by 2029
Trucks—
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.2 mi (10 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 7 over Stream built?

It was built in 1927, making it 98 years old in 2025.

What condition is T 7 over Stream 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 7 over Stream carry?

About 66 vehicles per day (1986 count).

How long is T 7 over Stream?

The structure is 36 ft (10.9 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns T 7 over Stream?

It is owned by the Town or Township Highway Agency.