US 169 over Rum River
GoodMille Lacs County, Minnesota · 2.0 MI S of S JCT TH 27 · Structure no. 48034
- Built
- 1998
- 27 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 97 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 4,958
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 169 over Rum River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 169 over Rum River in Mille Lacs County, Minnesota. It was built in 1998, so it is 27 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 4,958 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,400 by 2042. The structure is 97 ft (29.5 m) long and 45 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 km).
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| 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 Rum River built?
It was built in 1998, making it 27 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 169 over Rum River 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 September 2024.
How much traffic does US 169 over Rum River carry?
About 4,958 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is US 169 over Rum River?
The structure is 97 ft (29.5 m) long with a longest span of 90 ft (27.4 m) and a deck 45 ft wide.
Who owns US 169 over Rum River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.