US 169 over Mississippi River
FairAnoka County, Minnesota · At North County Line · Structure no. 4380
- Built
- 1929
- 96 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2023
- Type
- Arch - Deck
- Concrete
- Length
- 995 ft
- 10 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 49,525
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 169 over Mississippi River is a concrete arch - deck carrying US 169 over Mississippi River in Anoka County, Minnesota. It was built in 1929, so it is 96 years old, older than the Minnesota average of 38.5 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 49,525 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 47,500 by 2041. The structure is 995 ft (303.3 m) long and 80 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 16.2 mi (26 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 169 over Mississippi River built?
It was built in 1929, making it 96 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 169 over Mississippi River in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in June 2023.
How much traffic does US 169 over Mississippi River carry?
About 49,525 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.
How long is US 169 over Mississippi River?
The structure is 995 ft (303.3 m) long with a longest span of 108 ft (32.9 m) and a deck 80 ft wide.
Who owns US 169 over Mississippi River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.