US Bridges

Mn 11 over Dwp RR

Good

Koochiching County, Minnesota · 2.9 MI E of S JCT TH 53 · Structure no. 36027

Built
2018
7 years old
Condition
Good
inspected May 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
187 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
3,565
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Mn 11 over Dwp RR is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Mn 11 over Dwp RR in Koochiching County, Minnesota. It was built in 2018, so it is 7 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 3,565 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,350 by 2041. The structure is 187 ft (57 m) long and 47 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

CarriesMn 11
CrossesDwp RR
Location2.9 MI E of S JCT TH 53
RouteState Highway 11
Coordinates48.60898, -93.34305
Functional classUrban Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionMay 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating60.4 US tons
Inventory rating42.5 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHL 93
Structure length187 ft (57 m)
Longest span105 ft (32 m)
Deck width47 ft (14.3 m)
Roadway width44 ft (13.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,565 (2021)
Projected traffic3,350 by 2041
Trucks6%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Mn 11 over Dwp RR built?

It was built in 2018, making it 7 years old in 2025.

What condition is Mn 11 over Dwp RR 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 May 2024.

How much traffic does Mn 11 over Dwp RR carry?

About 3,565 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

How long is Mn 11 over Dwp RR?

The structure is 187 ft (57 m) long with a longest span of 105 ft (32 m) and a deck 47 ft wide.

Who owns Mn 11 over Dwp RR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.