US 169 over Mississippi River
GoodItasca County, Minnesota · 0.2 MI S of W JCT TH 2 · Structure no. 5122
- Built
- 1932
- 93 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected June 2023
- Type
- Arch - Deck
- Concrete
- Length
- 160 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 16,400
- 2019 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 169 over Mississippi River is a concrete arch - deck carrying US 169 over Mississippi River in Itasca County, Minnesota. It was built in 1932, so it is 93 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 16,400 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 16,400 by 2039. The structure is 160 ft (48.8 m) long and 79 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).
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. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 169 over Mississippi River built?
It was built in 1932, making it 93 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 169 over Mississippi 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 Mississippi River carry?
About 16,400 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is US 169 over Mississippi River?
The structure is 160 ft (48.8 m) long with a longest span of 102 ft (31.1 m) and a deck 79 ft wide.
Who owns US 169 over Mississippi River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.