FR2429 over Popple River
FairItasca County, Minnesota · 2 MI SE JCT CR 163 · Structure no. 090301000001024
- Built
- 1966
- 59 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 52 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 5
- 1973 count
- Owner
- Federal
- U.S. Forest Service
About this bridge
FR2429 over Popple River is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FR2429 over Popple River in Itasca County, Minnesota. It was built in 1966, so it is 59 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 5 vehicles a day, projected to reach 7 by 2045. The structure is 52 ft (15.7 m) long and 26 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FR2429 over Popple River built?
It was built in 1966, making it 59 years old in 2025.
What condition is FR2429 over Popple 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 2024.
How much traffic does FR2429 over Popple River carry?
About 5 vehicles per day (1973 count).
How long is FR2429 over Popple River?
The structure is 52 ft (15.7 m) long with a longest span of 48 ft (14.6 m) and a deck 26 ft wide.
Who owns FR2429 over Popple River?
It is owned by the U.S. Forest Service.