CR 55 over Groundhouse River
GoodPosted for loadKanabec County, Minnesota · 0.7 MI W of JCT TH 47 · Structure no. 33523
- Built
- 1985
- 40 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected November 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Wood or Timber
- Length
- 86 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 75
- 2014 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
CR 55 over Groundhouse River is a wood or timber slab carrying CR 55 over Groundhouse River in Kanabec County, Minnesota. It was built in 1985, so it is 40 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 75 vehicles a day, projected to reach 75 by 2039. The structure is 86 ft (26.2 m) long and 30 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was CR 55 over Groundhouse River built?
It was built in 1985, making it 40 years old in 2025.
What condition is CR 55 over Groundhouse 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 November 2023.
How much traffic does CR 55 over Groundhouse River carry?
About 75 vehicles per day (2014 count).
How long is CR 55 over Groundhouse River?
The structure is 86 ft (26.2 m) long with a longest span of 28 ft (8.5 m) and a deck 30 ft wide.
Who owns CR 55 over Groundhouse River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.