US 53 over Dwp RY
FairSt. Louis County, Minnesota · 4.2 MI NW of JCT TH 194 · Structure no. 69061
- Built
- 1969
- 56 years old, rebuilt 2008
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 240 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 5,000
- 2019 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 53 over Dwp RY is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 53 over Dwp RY in St. Louis County, Minnesota. It was built in 1969 and reconstructed in 2008, so it is 56 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 5,000 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,900 by 2039. The structure is 240 ft (73.2 m) long and 45 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 53 over Dwp RY built?
It was built in 1969, making it 56 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2008.
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 June 2023.
How much traffic does US 53 over Dwp RY carry?
About 5,000 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is US 53 over Dwp RY?
The structure is 240 ft (73.2 m) long with a longest span of 78 ft (23.7 m) and a deck 45 ft wide.
Who owns US 53 over Dwp RY?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.