T 20 over Gooseberry River
FairLake County, Minnesota · 2.2 MI SW of JCT Csah 3 · Structure no. 38511
- Built
- 1977
- 48 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Wood or Timber
- Length
- 62 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 77
- 1977 count
- Owner
- Town / Township
- Town or Township Highway Agency
About this bridge
T 20 over Gooseberry River is a wood or timber slab carrying T 20 over Gooseberry River in Lake County, Minnesota. It was built in 1977, so it is 48 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 77 vehicles a day, projected to reach 77 by 2029. The structure is 62 ft (18.9 m) long and 30 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 14.3 mi (23 km).
Location
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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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was T 20 over Gooseberry River built?
It was built in 1977, making it 48 years old in 2025.
What condition is T 20 over Gooseberry 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 June 2023.
How much traffic does T 20 over Gooseberry River carry?
About 77 vehicles per day (1977 count).
How long is T 20 over Gooseberry River?
The structure is 62 ft (18.9 m) long with a longest span of 26 ft (7.9 m) and a deck 30 ft wide.
Who owns T 20 over Gooseberry River?
It is owned by the Town or Township Highway Agency.