US Bridges

T 5 over Paleface River

FairPosted for load

St. Louis County, Minnesota · 0.3 MI W of JCT Csah 59 · Structure no. 69582

Built
1987
38 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
35 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
4
1969 count
Owner
Town / Township
Town or Township Highway Agency

About this bridge

T 5 over Paleface River is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying T 5 over Paleface River in St. Louis County, Minnesota. It was built in 1987, so it is 38 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 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 4 vehicles a day, projected to reach 4 by 2029. The structure is 35 ft (10.8 m) long and 22 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 123 mi (198 km).

Location

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CarriesT 5
CrossesPaleface River
Location0.3 MI W of JCT Csah 59
RouteCounty Highway 5
CountySt. Louis County
StateMinnesota
Coordinates47.24545, -92.42347
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating42.1 US tons
Inventory rating25.2 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckWood or timber
Main spans1
Design loadH 20
Structure length35 ft (10.8 m)
Longest span33 ft (10 m)
Deck width22 ft (6.7 m)
Roadway width20 ft (6.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4 (1969)
Projected traffic4 by 2029
Trucks—
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed123 mi (198 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerTown or Township Highway Agency
Maintained byTown or Township Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost$425 million (2024 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was T 5 over Paleface River built?

It was built in 1987, making it 38 years old in 2025.

What condition is T 5 over Paleface 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 July 2024.

How much traffic does T 5 over Paleface River carry?

About 4 vehicles per day (1969 count).

How long is T 5 over Paleface River?

The structure is 35 ft (10.8 m) long with a longest span of 33 ft (10 m) and a deck 22 ft wide.

Who owns T 5 over Paleface River?

It is owned by the Town or Township Highway Agency.