T 156 over Spring Creek
FairPosted for loadYellow Medicine County, Minnesota · 0.4 MI N of JCT Csah 3 · Structure no. 87542
- Built
- 1982
- 43 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 105 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 25
- 1990 count
- Owner
- Town / Township
- Town or Township Highway Agency
About this bridge
T 156 over Spring Creek is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying T 156 over Spring Creek in Yellow Medicine 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 6 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 25 vehicles a day, projected to reach 25 by 2029. The structure is 105 ft (32.1 m) long and 31 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was T 156 over Spring Creek built?
It was built in 1982, making it 43 years old in 2025.
What condition is T 156 over Spring Creek 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 August 2024.
How much traffic does T 156 over Spring Creek carry?
About 25 vehicles per day (1990 count).
How long is T 156 over Spring Creek?
The structure is 105 ft (32.1 m) long with a longest span of 40 ft (12.2 m) and a deck 31 ft wide.
Who owns T 156 over Spring Creek?
It is owned by the Town or Township Highway Agency.