T 42 over Mud Creek
GoodPosted for loadYellow Medicine County, Minnesota · 0.6 MI S of JCT CR D5 · Structure no. 87535
- Built
- 1978
- 47 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Wood or Timber
- Length
- 66 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 20
- 1990 count
- Owner
- Town / Township
- Town or Township Highway Agency
About this bridge
T 42 over Mud Creek is a wood or timber slab carrying T 42 over Mud Creek in Yellow Medicine County, Minnesota. It was built in 1978, so it is 47 years old, older 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 20 vehicles a day, projected to reach 20 by 2029. The structure is 66 ft (20.1 m) long and 30 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was T 42 over Mud Creek built?
It was built in 1978, making it 47 years old in 2025.
What condition is T 42 over Mud Creek 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 September 2023.
How much traffic does T 42 over Mud Creek carry?
About 20 vehicles per day (1990 count).
How long is T 42 over Mud Creek?
The structure is 66 ft (20.1 m) long with a longest span of 30 ft (9.1 m) and a deck 30 ft wide.
Who owns T 42 over Mud Creek?
It is owned by the Town or Township Highway Agency.