US 53 over Rainy River

Fair Condition46 years old1,251 vehicles/day

Location

StateMinnesota
CountyKoochiching
Location0.3 Mi N Of Jct TH 11
CarriesUS 53
CrossesRainy River
Coordinates48.60714, -93.40191

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck7 (Good)
Superstructure7 (Good)
Substructure6 (Satisfactory)
Channel/Waterway7 (Good)
Scour Critical4 — Foundations need monitoring

Physical Characteristics

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length948.8 ft (289.2 m)
Max Span104.0 ft (31.7 m)
Deck Width32.8 ft (10 m)
Deck Area2,892 sq m
Main Spans12
Year Built1980

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic1,251 (2019)
Truck Traffic5%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection824
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerPrivate
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number36002

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