US Bridges

T 139 over S Fk Whitewater River

Good

Winona County, Minnesota · 1.2 MI W of JCT CR 119 · Structure no. 85542

Built
2001
24 years old
Condition
Good
inspected November 2024
Type
Slab
Concrete Continuous
Length
91 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
51
2000 count
Owner
Town / Township
Town or Township Highway Agency

About this bridge

T 139 over S Fk Whitewater River is a concrete continuous slab carrying T 139 over S Fk Whitewater River in Winona County, Minnesota. It was built in 2001, so it is 24 years old, younger than the Minnesota average of 38.5 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 51 vehicles a day, projected to reach 51 by 2029. The structure is 91 ft (27.6 m) long and 35 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

CarriesT 139
CrossesS Fk Whitewater River
Location1.2 MI W of JCT CR 119
RouteCounty Highway 139
Coordinates43.99061, -92.05096
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionNovember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating97.9 US tons
Inventory rating58.3 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length91 ft (27.6 m)
Longest span34 ft (10.4 m)
Deck width35 ft (10.7 m)
Roadway width32 ft (9.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic51 (2000)
Projected traffic51 by 2029
Trucks—
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 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 139 over S Fk Whitewater River built?

It was built in 2001, making it 24 years old in 2025.

What condition is T 139 over S Fk Whitewater River in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in November 2024.

How much traffic does T 139 over S Fk Whitewater River carry?

About 51 vehicles per day (2000 count).

How long is T 139 over S Fk Whitewater River?

The structure is 91 ft (27.6 m) long with a longest span of 34 ft (10.4 m) and a deck 35 ft wide.

Who owns T 139 over S Fk Whitewater River?

It is owned by the Town or Township Highway Agency.