US 53 over Miller Creek
FairSt. Louis County, Minnesota · 0.3 MI NE of Skyline DR · Structure no. 6395
- Built
- 1940
- 85 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2021
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 22 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 19,124
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 53 over Miller Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 53 over Miller Creek in St. Louis County, Minnesota. It was built in 1940, so it is 85 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 19,124 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 20,300 by 2041. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 53 over Miller Creek built?
It was built in 1940, making it 85 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 53 over Miller Creek 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 July 2021.
How much traffic does US 53 over Miller Creek carry?
About 19,124 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is US 53 over Miller Creek?
The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6.1 m).
Who owns US 53 over Miller Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.