T 57 over Lac Qui Parle River
GoodYellow Medicine County, Minnesota · 0.4 MI S JCT Csah 36 · Structure no. 87J30
- Built
- 2007
- 18 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2021
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 44 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 36
- 2006 count
- Owner
- Town / Township
- Town or Township Highway Agency
About this bridge
T 57 over Lac Qui Parle River is a concrete culvert carrying T 57 over Lac Qui Parle River in Yellow Medicine County, Minnesota. It was built in 2007, so it is 18 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 36 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 48 by 2026. The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was T 57 over Lac Qui Parle River built?
It was built in 2007, making it 18 years old in 2025.
What condition is T 57 over Lac Qui Parle 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 October 2021.
How much traffic does T 57 over Lac Qui Parle River carry?
About 36 vehicles per day (2006 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is T 57 over Lac Qui Parle River?
The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).
Who owns T 57 over Lac Qui Parle River?
It is owned by the Town or Township Highway Agency.