T 77 over Spring Creek
FairYellow Medicine County, Minnesota · 0.3 MI S of JCT Csah 3 · Structure no. 87546
- Built
- 1978
- 47 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 118 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 15
- 1990 count
- Owner
- Town / Township
- Town or Township Highway Agency
About this bridge
T 77 over Spring Creek is a prestressed concrete tee beam carrying T 77 over Spring 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 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 15 vehicles a day, projected to reach 15 by 2029. The structure is 118 ft (36 m) long and 32 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 | 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 77 over Spring Creek built?
It was built in 1978, making it 47 years old in 2025.
What condition is T 77 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 November 2024.
How much traffic does T 77 over Spring Creek carry?
About 15 vehicles per day (1990 count).
How long is T 77 over Spring Creek?
The structure is 118 ft (36 m) long with a longest span of 39 ft (12 m) and a deck 32 ft wide.
Who owns T 77 over Spring Creek?
It is owned by the Town or Township Highway Agency.