Ut 79 over Beaver Brook
FairKoochiching County, Minnesota · 0.6 MI N of JCT Csah 8 · Structure no. 36516
- Built
- 1980
- 45 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 92 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 24
- 1973 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Ut 79 over Beaver Brook is a prestressed concrete tee beam carrying Ut 79 over Beaver Brook in Koochiching County, Minnesota. It was built in 1980, so it is 45 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 6 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 24 vehicles a day, projected to reach 24 by 2029. The structure is 92 ft (28 m) long and 27 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 98.8 mi (159 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Ut 79 over Beaver Brook built?
It was built in 1980, making it 45 years old in 2025.
What condition is Ut 79 over Beaver Brook 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 October 2024.
How much traffic does Ut 79 over Beaver Brook carry?
About 24 vehicles per day (1973 count).
How long is Ut 79 over Beaver Brook?
The structure is 92 ft (28 m) long with a longest span of 45 ft (13.6 m) and a deck 27 ft wide.
Who owns Ut 79 over Beaver Brook?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.