US 53 over Whiteface River
FairSt. Louis County, Minnesota · 16.0 MI S of JCT TH 37 · Structure no. 69022
- Built
- 2002
- 23 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 118 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 3,350
- 2019 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 53 over Whiteface River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 53 over Whiteface River in St. Louis County, Minnesota. It was built in 2002, so it is 23 years old, younger 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 3,350 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,150 by 2039. The structure is 118 ft (36.1 m) long and 46 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 53 over Whiteface River built?
It was built in 2002, making it 23 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 53 over Whiteface 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 April 2024.
How much traffic does US 53 over Whiteface River carry?
About 3,350 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is US 53 over Whiteface River?
The structure is 118 ft (36.1 m) long with a longest span of 117 ft (35.6 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.
Who owns US 53 over Whiteface River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.