T 80 over Yellow Medicine River
GoodYellow Medicine County, Minnesota · 0.7 MI N of JCT Csah 2 · Structure no. 87552
- Built
- 1977
- 48 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 140 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 20
- 1990 count
- Owner
- Town / Township
- Town or Township Highway Agency
About this bridge
T 80 over Yellow Medicine River is a prestressed concrete tee beam carrying T 80 over Yellow Medicine River in Yellow Medicine County, Minnesota. It was built in 1977, so it is 48 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.
It carries about 20 vehicles a day, projected to reach 20 by 2029. The structure is 140 ft (42.7 m) long and 32 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| 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 80 over Yellow Medicine River built?
It was built in 1977, making it 48 years old in 2025.
What condition is T 80 over Yellow Medicine 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 August 2024.
How much traffic does T 80 over Yellow Medicine River carry?
About 20 vehicles per day (1990 count).
How long is T 80 over Yellow Medicine River?
The structure is 140 ft (42.7 m) long with a longest span of 47 ft (14.2 m) and a deck 32 ft wide.
Who owns T 80 over Yellow Medicine River?
It is owned by the Town or Township Highway Agency.