US Bridges

T 327 over S Fk Roseau River

Good

Roseau County, Minnesota · 0.6 MI S of JCT Csah 18 · Structure no. 68J12

Built
2003
22 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
31 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
40
2002 count
Owner
Town / Township
Town or Township Highway Agency

About this bridge

T 327 over S Fk Roseau River is a concrete culvert carrying T 327 over S Fk Roseau River in Roseau County, Minnesota. It was built in 2003, so it is 22 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 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 40 vehicles a day, projected to reach 40 by 2029. The structure is 31 ft (9.5 m) long.

CarriesT 327
CrossesS Fk Roseau River
Location0.6 MI S of JCT Csah 18
RouteCounty Highway 327
Coordinates48.54586, -95.64516
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 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
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 25 or greater
Structure length31 ft (9.5 m)
Longest span11 ft (3.5 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic40 (2002)
Projected traffic40 by 2029
Trucks—
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
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$105 million
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was T 327 over S Fk Roseau River built?

It was built in 2003, making it 22 years old in 2025.

What condition is T 327 over S Fk Roseau 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 2023.

How much traffic does T 327 over S Fk Roseau River carry?

About 40 vehicles per day (2002 count).

How long is T 327 over S Fk Roseau River?

The structure is 31 ft (9.5 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.5 m).

Who owns T 327 over S Fk Roseau River?

It is owned by the Town or Township Highway Agency.