US Bridges

T 169 over S Fk Groundhouse River

Good

Kanabec County, Minnesota · 0.4 MI E of JCT TH 47 · Structure no. 97026

Built
1992
33 years old
Condition
Good
inspected November 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
59 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
33
1992 count
Owner
Town / Township
Town or Township Highway Agency

About this bridge

T 169 over S Fk Groundhouse River is a concrete culvert carrying T 169 over S Fk Groundhouse River in Kanabec County, Minnesota. It was built in 1992, so it is 33 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 33 vehicles a day, projected to reach 33 by 2029. The structure is 59 ft (18.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesT 169
CrossesS Fk Groundhouse River
Location0.4 MI E of JCT TH 47
RouteCounty Highway 169
Coordinates45.78884, -93.39636
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionNovember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating64.8 US tons
Inventory rating43.2 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length59 ft (18.1 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 traffic33 (1992)
Projected traffic33 by 2029
Trucks—
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 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 169 over S Fk Groundhouse River built?

It was built in 1992, making it 33 years old in 2025.

What condition is T 169 over S Fk 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 2024.

How much traffic does T 169 over S Fk Groundhouse River carry?

About 33 vehicles per day (1992 count).

How long is T 169 over S Fk Groundhouse River?

The structure is 59 ft (18.1 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m).

Who owns T 169 over S Fk Groundhouse River?

It is owned by the Town or Township Highway Agency.