IRR BIA RTE 18 over Wild Rice Lake River
GoodClearwater County, Minnesota · Lower Rice Lake Dam · Structure no. 00000000000F217
- Built
- 2006
- 19 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 72 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 30
- 2023 count
- Owner
- Federal
- Bureau of Indian Affairs
About this bridge
IRR BIA RTE 18 over Wild Rice Lake River is a concrete continuous slab carrying IRR BIA RTE 18 over Wild Rice Lake River in Clearwater County, Minnesota. It was built in 2006, so it is 19 years old, younger 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 30 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 60 by 2043. The structure is 72 ft (21.8 m) long and 27 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).
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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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| 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 18 over Wild Rice Lake River built?
It was built in 2006, making it 19 years old in 2025.
What condition is IRR BIA RTE 18 over Wild Rice Lake 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 September 2023.
How much traffic does IRR BIA RTE 18 over Wild Rice Lake River carry?
About 30 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is IRR BIA RTE 18 over Wild Rice Lake River?
The structure is 72 ft (21.8 m) long with a longest span of 28 ft (8.4 m) and a deck 27 ft wide.
Who owns IRR BIA RTE 18 over Wild Rice Lake River?
It is owned by the Bureau of Indian Affairs.