US 53 over Rainy River

Poor Condition114 years old703 vehicles/day

Location

StateMinnesota
CountyKoochiching
Location0.3 Mi N Of Jct TH 11
CarriesUS 53
CrossesRainy River
Coordinates48.60709, -93.40213

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionPoor
Deck5 (Fair)
Superstructure4 (Poor)
Substructure4 (Poor)
Channel/Waterway7 (Good)
Scour Critical4 — Foundations need monitoring

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel
DesignTruss - Thru
Total Length940.9 ft (286.8 m)
Max Span184.1 ft (56.1 m)
Deck Width34.1 ft (10.4 m)
Deck Area2982.7 sq m
Main Spans1
Year Built1912

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic703 (2022)
Truck Traffic3%
Lanes On Bridge1

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection922
Inspection FrequencyEvery 12 months
OwnerPrivate
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number90249

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