T 481 over Clearwater River
GoodWright County, Minnesota · 0.5 MI S of JCT TH 55 · Structure no. 86533
- Built
- 2015
- 10 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 80 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 90
- 2014 count
- Owner
- Town / Township
- Town or Township Highway Agency
About this bridge
T 481 over Clearwater River is a concrete continuous slab carrying T 481 over Clearwater River in Wright County, Minnesota. It was built in 2015, so it is 10 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 90 vehicles a day, projected to reach 120 by 2034. The structure is 80 ft (24.3 m) long and 31 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was T 481 over Clearwater River built?
It was built in 2015, making it 10 years old in 2025.
What condition is T 481 over Clearwater 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 2023.
How much traffic does T 481 over Clearwater River carry?
About 90 vehicles per day (2014 count).
How long is T 481 over Clearwater River?
The structure is 80 ft (24.3 m) long with a longest span of 30 ft (9.1 m) and a deck 31 ft wide.
Who owns T 481 over Clearwater River?
It is owned by the Town or Township Highway Agency.