US Bridges

T 38 over Leaf River

GoodPosted for load

Wadena County, Minnesota · 1.1 MI S of JCT Csah 7 · Structure no. 80520

Built
1991
34 years old
Condition
Good
inspected September 2024
Type
Slab
Wood or Timber
Length
96 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
27
1988 count
Owner
Town / Township
Town or Township Highway Agency

About this bridge

T 38 over Leaf River is a wood or timber slab carrying T 38 over Leaf River in Wadena County, Minnesota. It was built in 1991, so it is 34 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 27 vehicles a day, projected to reach 27 by 2029. The structure is 96 ft (29.3 m) long and 30 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

CarriesT 38
CrossesLeaf River
Location1.1 MI S of JCT Csah 7
RouteCounty Highway 38
Coordinates46.48491, -94.98898
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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionSeptember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating50.4 US tons
Inventory rating35.3 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialWood or Timber
DeckWood or timber
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length96 ft (29.3 m)
Longest span32 ft (9.8 m)
Deck width30 ft (9.1 m)
Roadway width28 ft (8.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic27 (1988)
Projected traffic27 by 2029
Trucks—
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 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 38 over Leaf River built?

It was built in 1991, making it 34 years old in 2025.

What condition is T 38 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 September 2024.

How much traffic does T 38 over Leaf River carry?

About 27 vehicles per day (1988 count).

How long is T 38 over Leaf River?

The structure is 96 ft (29.3 m) long with a longest span of 32 ft (9.8 m) and a deck 30 ft wide.

Who owns T 38 over Leaf River?

It is owned by the Town or Township Highway Agency.