US 59 over Red Lake River
FairPennington County, Minnesota · In Thief River Falls · Structure no. 5327
- Built
- 1934
- 91 years old, rebuilt 1985
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 315 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 9,400
- 2019 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 59 over Red Lake River is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 59 over Red Lake River in Pennington County, Minnesota. It was built in 1934 and reconstructed in 1985, so it is 91 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 9,400 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 10,100 by 2039. The structure is 315 ft (95.9 m) long and 66 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 59 over Red Lake River built?
It was built in 1934, making it 91 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1985.
What condition is US 59 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 August 2024.
How much traffic does US 59 over Red Lake River carry?
About 9,400 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is US 59 over Red Lake River?
The structure is 315 ft (95.9 m) long with a longest span of 55 ft (16.8 m) and a deck 66 ft wide.
Who owns US 59 over Red Lake River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.