US Bridges

T 411 over Artichoke River

Good

St. Louis County, Minnesota · 1.0 MI N of JCT Csah 7 · Structure no. 69J31

Built
2003
22 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2024
Type
Culvert
Aluminum, Wrought Iron, or Cast Iron
Length
25 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
12
2000 count
Owner
Town / Township
Town or Township Highway Agency

About this bridge

T 411 over Artichoke River is a aluminum, wrought iron, or cast iron culvert carrying T 411 over Artichoke River in St. Louis 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 12 vehicles a day, projected to reach 12 by 2029. The structure is 25 ft (7.5 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 123 mi (198 km).

CarriesT 411
CrossesArtichoke River
Location1.0 MI N of JCT Csah 7
RouteCounty Highway 411
Coordinates46.98339, -92.56632
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 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating36.8 US tons
Inventory rating28.5 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialAluminum, Wrought Iron, or Cast Iron
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length25 ft (7.5 m)
Longest span11 ft (3.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic12 (2000)
Projected traffic12 by 2029
Trucks—
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed123 mi (198 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 411 over Artichoke River built?

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

What condition is T 411 over Artichoke 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 411 over Artichoke River carry?

About 12 vehicles per day (2000 count).

How long is T 411 over Artichoke River?

The structure is 25 ft (7.5 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.4 m).

Who owns T 411 over Artichoke River?

It is owned by the Town or Township Highway Agency.