T 211 over Lac Qui Parle River
FairPosted for loadYellow Medicine County, Minnesota · 0.1 MI N of County Line · Structure no. L9126
- Built
- 1960
- 65 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected September 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Wood or Timber
- Length
- 26 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 5
- 1990 count
- Owner
- Town / Township
- Town or Township Highway Agency
About this bridge
T 211 over Lac Qui Parle River is a wood or timber slab carrying T 211 over Lac Qui Parle River in Yellow Medicine County, Minnesota. It was built in 1960, so it is 65 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 5 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 5 vehicles a day, projected to reach 5 by 2029. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long and 23 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
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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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was T 211 over Lac Qui Parle River built?
It was built in 1960, making it 65 years old in 2025.
What condition is T 211 over Lac Qui Parle River 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 September 2023.
How much traffic does T 211 over Lac Qui Parle River carry?
About 5 vehicles per day (1990 count).
How long is T 211 over Lac Qui Parle River?
The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 24 ft (7.2 m) and a deck 23 ft wide.
Who owns T 211 over Lac Qui Parle River?
It is owned by the Town or Township Highway Agency.