Mn 217 over Rat Root River

Fair Condition70 years old214 vehicles/day

Location

StateMinnesota
CountyKoochiching
Location10.5 Mi E Of Little Fork
CarriesMn 217
CrossesRat Root River
Coordinates48.40552, -93.35169

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck6 (Satisfactory)
Superstructure6 (Satisfactory)
Substructure7 (Good)
Channel/Waterway8 (Very Good)
Scour Critical8 — Stable, low risk

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length98.1 ft (29.9 m)
Max Span32.5 ft (9.9 m)
Deck Width31.2 ft (9.5 m)
Deck Area284.1 sq m
Main Spans3
Year Built1956 (reconstructed 2016)

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic214 (2022)
Truck Traffic19%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection523
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number9028

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