US Bridges

T 403 over Leaf River

Good

Otter Tail County, Minnesota · 0.8 MI W of JCT Csah 67 · Structure no. 95169

Built
1983
42 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
40 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
35
1986 count
Owner
Town / Township
Town or Township Highway Agency

About this bridge

T 403 over Leaf River is a concrete culvert carrying T 403 over Leaf River in Otter Tail County, Minnesota. It was built in 1983, so it is 42 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 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 35 vehicles a day, projected to reach 35 by 2029. The structure is 40 ft (12.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesT 403
CrossesLeaf River
Location0.8 MI W of JCT Csah 67
RouteCounty Highway 403
Coordinates46.4035, -95.42517
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.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than 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 spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length40 ft (12.1 m)
Longest span16 ft (4.9 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic35 (1986)
Projected traffic35 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$160 million
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was T 403 over Leaf River built?

It was built in 1983, making it 42 years old in 2025.

What condition is T 403 over Leaf 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 October 2024.

How much traffic does T 403 over Leaf River carry?

About 35 vehicles per day (1986 count).

How long is T 403 over Leaf River?

The structure is 40 ft (12.1 m) long with a longest span of 16 ft (4.9 m).

Who owns T 403 over Leaf River?

It is owned by the Town or Township Highway Agency.