FR2101 over Willow River
FairCass County, Minnesota · 0.5 Mi. SE of JCT TH 6 · Structure no. 090303000001001
- Built
- 1964
- 61 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected May 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 50 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 10
- 1978 count
- Owner
- Federal
- U.S. Forest Service
About this bridge
FR2101 over Willow River is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FR2101 over Willow River in Cass County, Minnesota. It was built in 1964, so it is 61 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 10 vehicles a day, projected to reach 15 by 2045. The structure is 50 ft (15.2 m) long and 26 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 7.5 mi (12 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 | 9 Excellent | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FR2101 over Willow River built?
It was built in 1964, making it 61 years old in 2025.
What condition is FR2101 over Willow 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 May 2023.
How much traffic does FR2101 over Willow River carry?
About 10 vehicles per day (1978 count).
How long is FR2101 over Willow River?
The structure is 50 ft (15.2 m) long with a longest span of 48 ft (14.6 m) and a deck 26 ft wide.
Who owns FR2101 over Willow River?
It is owned by the U.S. Forest Service.