Main Refuge Road over Rice River
GoodAitkin County, Minnesota · Sec 24 T47N R24W · Structure no. 000032540-00071
- Built
- 1963
- 62 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2023
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 124 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 100
- 2023 count
- Owner
- Federal
- Bureau of Fish and Wildlife
About this bridge
Main Refuge Road over Rice River is a prestressed concrete tee beam carrying Main Refuge Road over Rice River in Aitkin County, Minnesota. It was built in 1963, so it is 62 years old, older 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 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 100 vehicles a day, projected to reach 125 by 2043. The structure is 124 ft (37.8 m) long and 30 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.7 mi (14 km).
Location
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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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Main Refuge Road over Rice River built?
It was built in 1963, making it 62 years old in 2025.
What condition is Main Refuge Road over Rice 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 August 2023.
How much traffic does Main Refuge Road over Rice River carry?
About 100 vehicles per day (2023 count).
How long is Main Refuge Road over Rice River?
The structure is 124 ft (37.8 m) long with a longest span of 31 ft (9.4 m) and a deck 30 ft wide.
Who owns Main Refuge Road over Rice River?
It is owned by the Bureau of Fish and Wildlife.