IRR BIA RTE 5 over Nett Lake River
FairKoochiching County, Minnesota · 3.7 KM North of HWY 65 · Structure no. 00000000000F211
- Built
- 1962
- 63 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected September 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 50 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 30
- 2023 count
- Owner
- Federal
- Bureau of Indian Affairs
About this bridge
IRR BIA RTE 5 over Nett Lake River is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying IRR BIA RTE 5 over Nett Lake River in Koochiching County, Minnesota. It was built in 1962, so it is 63 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 5 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 30 vehicles a day, roughly 20% of them trucks, projected to reach 60 by 2043. The structure is 50 ft (15.2 m) long and 27 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 123.7 mi (199 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was IRR BIA RTE 5 over Nett Lake River built?
It was built in 1962, making it 63 years old in 2025.
What condition is IRR BIA RTE 5 over Nett Lake 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 2023.
How much traffic does IRR BIA RTE 5 over Nett Lake River carry?
About 30 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 20% are trucks.
How long is IRR BIA RTE 5 over Nett Lake River?
The structure is 50 ft (15.2 m) long with a longest span of 49 ft (14.9 m) and a deck 27 ft wide.
Who owns IRR BIA RTE 5 over Nett Lake River?
It is owned by the Bureau of Indian Affairs.