IRR BIA RTE 3 over Clearwater River
FairClearwater County, Minnesota · Res Boundary 2M NE Berner · Structure no. 00000000000F116
- Built
- 1964
- 61 years old, rebuilt 1984
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected September 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 78 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 150
- 2023 count
- Owner
- Federal
- Bureau of Indian Affairs
About this bridge
IRR BIA RTE 3 over Clearwater River is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying IRR BIA RTE 3 over Clearwater River in Clearwater County, Minnesota. It was built in 1964 and reconstructed in 1984, 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 5 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 150 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 200 by 2043. The structure is 78 ft (23.8 m) long and 33 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 23 mi (37 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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| 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 IRR BIA RTE 3 over Clearwater River built?
It was built in 1964, making it 61 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1984.
What condition is IRR BIA RTE 3 over Clearwater 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 September 2023.
How much traffic does IRR BIA RTE 3 over Clearwater River carry?
About 150 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.
How long is IRR BIA RTE 3 over Clearwater River?
The structure is 78 ft (23.8 m) long with a longest span of 78 ft (23.8 m) and a deck 33 ft wide.
Who owns IRR BIA RTE 3 over Clearwater River?
It is owned by the Bureau of Indian Affairs.