T 137 over N Fk Watonwan River
FairPosted for loadWatonwan County, Minnesota · 0.8 MI S of JCT TH4 · Structure no. 83502
- Built
- 1962
- 63 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2023
- Type
- Channel Beam
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 63 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 35
- 1985 count
- Owner
- Town / Township
- Town or Township Highway Agency
About this bridge
T 137 over N Fk Watonwan River is a prestressed concrete channel beam carrying T 137 over N Fk Watonwan River in Watonwan County, Minnesota. It was built in 1962, so it is 63 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 35 vehicles a day, projected to reach 35 by 2029. The structure is 63 ft (19.3 m) long and 26 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| 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 137 over N Fk Watonwan River built?
It was built in 1962, making it 63 years old in 2025.
What condition is T 137 over N Fk Watonwan 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 October 2023.
How much traffic does T 137 over N Fk Watonwan River carry?
About 35 vehicles per day (1985 count).
How long is T 137 over N Fk Watonwan River?
The structure is 63 ft (19.3 m) long with a longest span of 25 ft (7.7 m) and a deck 26 ft wide.
Who owns T 137 over N Fk Watonwan River?
It is owned by the Town or Township Highway Agency.