US 169 over Dwp RY
FairSt. Louis County, Minnesota · 0.1 MI W of S JCT TH 53 · Structure no. 69034
- Built
- 1970
- 55 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 143 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 18,800
- 2017 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 169 over Dwp RY is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 169 over Dwp RY 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 18,800 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 18,800 by 2037. The structure is 143 ft (43.5 m) long and 94 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 169 over Dwp RY built?
It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 169 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 June 2023.
How much traffic does US 169 over Dwp RY carry?
About 18,800 vehicles per day (2017 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is US 169 over Dwp RY?
The structure is 143 ft (43.5 m) long with a longest span of 57 ft (17.5 m) and a deck 94 ft wide.
Who owns US 169 over Dwp RY?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.