US 169 over W Br Rum River
FairMille Lacs County, Minnesota · 0.4 MI N of JCT TH 95 · Structure no. 48011
- Built
- 1978
- 47 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 189 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 9,650
- 2018 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 169 over W Br Rum River is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 169 over W Br Rum River in Mille Lacs County, Minnesota. It was built in 1978, so it is 47 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 9,650 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,150 by 2038. The structure is 189 ft (57.6 m) long and 44 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 169 over W Br Rum River built?
It was built in 1978, making it 47 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 169 over W Br Rum 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 October 2024.
How much traffic does US 169 over W Br Rum River carry?
About 9,650 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is US 169 over W Br Rum River?
The structure is 189 ft (57.6 m) long with a longest span of 77 ft (23.5 m) and a deck 44 ft wide.
Who owns US 169 over W Br Rum River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.