US 53 over Dwp RY
FairKoochiching County, Minnesota · 1.4 MI N of Ray · Structure no. 36007
- Built
- 1985
- 40 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 267 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,603
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 53 over Dwp RY is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 53 over Dwp RY in Koochiching County, Minnesota. It was built in 1985, so it is 40 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 1,603 vehicles a day, roughly 20% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,800 by 2042. The structure is 267 ft (81.4 m) long and 50 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
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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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 53 over Dwp RY built?
It was built in 1985, making it 40 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 53 over Dwp RY 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 May 2024.
How much traffic does US 53 over Dwp RY carry?
About 1,603 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 20% are trucks.
How long is US 53 over Dwp RY?
The structure is 267 ft (81.4 m) long with a longest span of 89 ft (27.1 m) and a deck 50 ft wide.
Who owns US 53 over Dwp RY?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.