US 169 over Prairie River
GoodItasca County, Minnesota · 1.8 MI NE of E JCT TH 2 · Structure no. 31015
- Built
- 1993
- 32 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected June 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 315 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 6,100
- 2019 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 169 over Prairie River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 169 over Prairie River in Itasca County, Minnesota. It was built in 1993, so it is 32 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 6,100 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,200 by 2039. The structure is 315 ft (96 m) long and 51 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 | 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 US 169 over Prairie River built?
It was built in 1993, making it 32 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 169 over Prairie 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 June 2023.
How much traffic does US 169 over Prairie River carry?
About 6,100 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is US 169 over Prairie River?
The structure is 315 ft (96 m) long with a longest span of 103 ft (31.5 m) and a deck 51 ft wide.
Who owns US 169 over Prairie River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.