US Bridges

Msas 121 over BNSF RR

Good

Anoka County, Minnesota · 0.15 MI S of JCT Main ST · Structure no. 02557

Built
1991
34 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
176 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
13,000
2019 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Msas 121 over BNSF RR is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Msas 121 over BNSF RR in Anoka County, Minnesota. It was built in 1991, so it is 34 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 13,000 vehicles a day, projected to reach 13,000 by 2039. The structure is 176 ft (53.6 m) long and 72 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesMsas 121
CrossesBNSF RR
Location0.15 MI S of JCT Main ST
RouteCity Street 121
Coordinates45.19524, -93.35845
Functional classUrban Collector

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.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionOctober 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 alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating64.8 US tons
Inventory rating38.9 US tons

Structure

MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length176 ft (53.6 m)
Longest span65 ft (19.8 m)
Deck width72 ft (21.8 m)
Roadway width60 ft (18.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic13,000 (2019)
Projected traffic13,000 by 2039
Trucks—
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Msas 121 over BNSF RR built?

It was built in 1991, making it 34 years old in 2025.

What condition is Msas 121 over BNSF RR 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 October 2023.

How much traffic does Msas 121 over BNSF RR carry?

About 13,000 vehicles per day (2019 count).

How long is Msas 121 over BNSF RR?

The structure is 176 ft (53.6 m) long with a longest span of 65 ft (19.8 m) and a deck 72 ft wide.

Who owns Msas 121 over BNSF RR?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.