IRR BIA RTE 21 over Red River
FairMenominee County, Wisconsin · 13 KM NE of Bowler · Structure no. 00000000000F311
- Built
- 1979
- 46 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 133 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 150
- 2024 count
- Owner
- Federal
- Bureau of Indian Affairs
About this bridge
IRR BIA RTE 21 over Red River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying IRR BIA RTE 21 over Red River in Menominee County, Wisconsin. It was built in 1979, so it is 46 years old, older than the Wisconsin average of 40.3 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.
It carries about 150 vehicles a day, roughly 20% of them trucks, projected to reach 250 by 2044. The structure is 133 ft (40.5 m) long and 34 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was IRR BIA RTE 21 over Red River built?
It was built in 1979, making it 46 years old in 2025.
What condition is IRR BIA RTE 21 over Red 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 September 2024.
How much traffic does IRR BIA RTE 21 over Red River carry?
About 150 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 20% are trucks.
How long is IRR BIA RTE 21 over Red River?
The structure is 133 ft (40.5 m) long with a longest span of 67 ft (20.4 m) and a deck 34 ft wide.
Who owns IRR BIA RTE 21 over Red River?
It is owned by the Bureau of Indian Affairs.