US 53 over 6th Ave W
FairSt. Louis County, Minnesota · 1.3 MI SE of JCT TH 169 · Structure no. 69010
- Built
- 1970
- 55 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 126 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 7,758
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 53 over 6th Ave W is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 53 over 6th Ave W in St. Louis County, Minnesota. It was built in 1970, so it is 55 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 7,758 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,700 by 2042. The structure is 126 ft (38.4 m) long and 45 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 53 over 6th Ave W built?
It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 53 over 6th Ave W 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 53 over 6th Ave W carry?
About 7,758 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is US 53 over 6th Ave W?
The structure is 126 ft (38.4 m) long with a longest span of 52 ft (15.9 m) and a deck 45 ft wide.
Who owns US 53 over 6th Ave W?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.