US Bridges

T 287 over Moose Horn River

Fair

Carlton County, Minnesota · 0.43 MI SW of CSAH61 · Structure no. L9757

Built
1978
47 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected November 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
48 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
31
1970 count
Owner
Town / Township
Town or Township Highway Agency

About this bridge

T 287 over Moose Horn River is a concrete culvert carrying T 287 over Moose Horn River in Carlton 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 31 vehicles a day, projected to reach 31 by 2029. The structure is 48 ft (14.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

CarriesT 287
CrossesMoose Horn River
Location0.43 MI SW of CSAH61
RouteCounty Highway 287
Coordinates46.54106, -92.67316
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionNovember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating59.4 US tons
Inventory rating39.6 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length48 ft (14.7 m)
Longest span14 ft (4.3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic31 (1970)
Projected traffic31 by 2029
Trucks—
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerTown or Township Highway Agency
Maintained byTown or Township Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was T 287 over Moose Horn River built?

It was built in 1978, making it 47 years old in 2025.

What condition is T 287 over Moose Horn 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 November 2024.

How much traffic does T 287 over Moose Horn River carry?

About 31 vehicles per day (1970 count).

How long is T 287 over Moose Horn River?

The structure is 48 ft (14.7 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m).

Who owns T 287 over Moose Horn River?

It is owned by the Town or Township Highway Agency.