US 53 over Hellwig Creek

Good Condition53 years old5,150 vehicles/day

Location

StateMinnesota
CountySt. Louis
Location5.2 Mi N Of Jct TH 33
CarriesUS 53
CrossesHellwig Creek
Coordinates47.02851, -92.47063

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionGood
Deck7 (Good)
Superstructure7 (Good)
Substructure7 (Good)
Channel/Waterway8 (Very Good)
Scour Critical8 — Stable, low risk

Physical Characteristics

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length81.4 ft (24.8 m)
Max Span75.5 ft (23 m)
Deck Width43.6 ft (13.3 m)
Deck Area329.8 sq m
Main Spans1
Year Built1973

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic5,150 (2019)
Truck Traffic13%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection623
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number69074

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