IRR BIA RTE 2 over Red Lake River
FairPosted for loadPennington County, Minnesota · West Boundry Red Lake Res · Structure no. 00000000000F115
- Built
- 1963
- 62 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected September 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 120 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 70
- 2023 count
- Owner
- Federal
- Bureau of Indian Affairs
About this bridge
IRR BIA RTE 2 over Red Lake River is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying IRR BIA RTE 2 over Red Lake River in Pennington County, Minnesota. It was built in 1963, so it is 62 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 70 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 100 by 2043. The structure is 120 ft (36.6 m) long and 27 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 27.3 mi (44 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was IRR BIA RTE 2 over Red Lake River built?
It was built in 1963, making it 62 years old in 2025.
What condition is IRR BIA RTE 2 over Red Lake 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 September 2023.
How much traffic does IRR BIA RTE 2 over Red Lake River carry?
About 70 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is IRR BIA RTE 2 over Red Lake River?
The structure is 120 ft (36.6 m) long with a longest span of 60 ft (18.3 m) and a deck 27 ft wide.
Who owns IRR BIA RTE 2 over Red Lake River?
It is owned by the Bureau of Indian Affairs.