US 53 over Little Fork River
FairSt. Louis County, Minnesota · 0.7 MI NW of Cook · Structure no. 69110
- Built
- 1986
- 39 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected August 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 153 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,150
- 2019 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 53 over Little Fork River is a concrete continuous slab carrying US 53 over Little Fork River in St. Louis County, Minnesota. It was built in 1986, so it is 39 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 3,150 vehicles a day, roughly 23% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,100 by 2039. The structure is 153 ft (46.6 m) long and 50 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 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 | 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 Little Fork River built?
It was built in 1986, making it 39 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 53 over Little Fork 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 August 2023.
How much traffic does US 53 over Little Fork River carry?
About 3,150 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 23% are trucks.
How long is US 53 over Little Fork River?
The structure is 153 ft (46.6 m) long with a longest span of 54 ft (16.5 m) and a deck 50 ft wide.
Who owns US 53 over Little Fork River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.