US 169 over Trail
GoodItasca County, Minnesota · 0.6 MI SW of N JCT TH 65 · Structure no. 31023
- Built
- 1976
- 49 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected June 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 242 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,652
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 169 over Trail is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 169 over Trail in Itasca County, Minnesota. It was built in 1976, so it is 49 years old, older 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 2,652 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,650 by 2041. The structure is 242 ft (73.9 m) long and 44 ft wide.
Location
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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. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 169 over Trail built?
It was built in 1976, making it 49 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 169 over Trail 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 Trail carry?
About 2,652 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is US 169 over Trail?
The structure is 242 ft (73.9 m) long with a longest span of 94 ft (28.7 m) and a deck 44 ft wide.
Who owns US 169 over Trail?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.