T 153 over Le Sueur River
FairWaseca County, Minnesota · 1.0 MI S of JCT Csah 9 · Structure no. 81522
- Built
- 1982
- 43 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 126 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 52
- 1981 count
- Owner
- Town / Township
- Town or Township Highway Agency
About this bridge
T 153 over Le Sueur River is a prestressed concrete tee beam carrying T 153 over Le Sueur River in Waseca County, Minnesota. It was built in 1982, so it is 43 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 52 vehicles a day, projected to reach 52 by 2029. The structure is 126 ft (38.3 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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was T 153 over Le Sueur River built?
It was built in 1982, making it 43 years old in 2025.
What condition is T 153 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 2024.
How much traffic does T 153 over Le Sueur River carry?
About 52 vehicles per day (1981 count).
How long is T 153 over Le Sueur River?
The structure is 126 ft (38.3 m) long with a longest span of 41 ft (12.6 m) and a deck 32 ft wide.
Who owns T 153 over Le Sueur River?
It is owned by the Town or Township Highway Agency.