T 146 over Le Sueur River
FairWaseca County, Minnesota · 1.0 MI S of JCT Csah 20 · Structure no. 81520
- Built
- 1979
- 46 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected November 2023
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 135 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 48
- 1969 count
- Owner
- Town / Township
- Town or Township Highway Agency
About this bridge
T 146 over Le Sueur River is a prestressed concrete tee beam carrying T 146 over Le Sueur River in Waseca County, Minnesota. It was built in 1979, so it is 46 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 48 vehicles a day, projected to reach 48 by 2029. The structure is 135 ft (41.1 m) long and 32 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| 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 146 over Le Sueur River built?
It was built in 1979, making it 46 years old in 2025.
What condition is T 146 over Le Sueur River 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 November 2023.
How much traffic does T 146 over Le Sueur River carry?
About 48 vehicles per day (1969 count).
How long is T 146 over Le Sueur River?
The structure is 135 ft (41.1 m) long with a longest span of 45 ft (13.6 m) and a deck 32 ft wide.
Who owns T 146 over Le Sueur River?
It is owned by the Town or Township Highway Agency.