T 166 over Le Sueur River
FairWaseca County, Minnesota · 0.6 MI N of JCT Csah 9 · Structure no. 81526
- Built
- 1996
- 29 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected November 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Wood or Timber
- Length
- 86 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 16
- 1969 count
- Owner
- Town / Township
- Town or Township Highway Agency
About this bridge
T 166 over Le Sueur River is a wood or timber slab carrying T 166 over Le Sueur River in Waseca County, Minnesota. It was built in 1996, so it is 29 years old, younger 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 16 vehicles a day, projected to reach 16 by 2029. The structure is 86 ft (26.2 m) long and 30 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| 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 166 over Le Sueur River built?
It was built in 1996, making it 29 years old in 2025.
What condition is T 166 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 166 over Le Sueur River carry?
About 16 vehicles per day (1969 count).
How long is T 166 over Le Sueur River?
The structure is 86 ft (26.2 m) long with a longest span of 30 ft (9.1 m) and a deck 30 ft wide.
Who owns T 166 over Le Sueur River?
It is owned by the Town or Township Highway Agency.