US 53 over Dwp RY
FairSt. Louis County, Minnesota · 8.4 MI S of JCT TH 37 · Structure no. 69021
- Built
- 1963
- 62 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 188 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 9,453
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 53 over Dwp RY is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 53 over Dwp RY in St. Louis 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 5 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 9,453 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,400 by 2042. The structure is 188 ft (57.2 m) long and 82 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
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Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 53 over Dwp RY built?
It was built in 1963, making it 62 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 53 over Dwp RY 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 April 2024.
How much traffic does US 53 over Dwp RY carry?
About 9,453 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is US 53 over Dwp RY?
The structure is 188 ft (57.2 m) long with a longest span of 61 ft (18.5 m) and a deck 82 ft wide.
Who owns US 53 over Dwp RY?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.