US Bridges

Mn 610 over University Avenue

Good

Anoka County, Minnesota · 0.1 MI E of JCT TH 47 · Structure no. 02039

Built
1997
28 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
164 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
37,500
2017 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Mn 610 over University Avenue is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Mn 610 over University Avenue in Anoka County, Minnesota. It was built in 1997, so it is 28 years old, younger than the Minnesota average of 38.5 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 37,500 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 37,500 by 2039. The structure is 164 ft (50 m) long and 66 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesMn 610
CrossesUniversity Avenue
Location0.1 MI E of JCT TH 47
RouteState Highway 610
CountyAnoka County
StateMinnesota
Coordinates45.14331, -93.26696
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Other Freeway or Expressway

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJuly 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating78 US tons
Inventory rating46.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length164 ft (50 m)
Longest span82 ft (25 m)
Deck width66 ft (20 m)
Roadway width60 ft (18.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deck16 ft (5 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic37,500 (2017)
Projected traffic37,500 by 2039
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure3
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost$1,000
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Mn 610 over University Avenue built?

It was built in 1997, making it 28 years old in 2025.

What condition is Mn 610 over University Avenue in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in July 2023.

How much traffic does Mn 610 over University Avenue carry?

About 37,500 vehicles per day (2017 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is Mn 610 over University Avenue?

The structure is 164 ft (50 m) long with a longest span of 82 ft (25 m) and a deck 66 ft wide.

Who owns Mn 610 over University Avenue?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.