US Bridges

Msas 128 over Dead Shot Bay

Fair

Becker County, Minnesota · 0.9 MI SE of JCT Csah 22 · Structure no. 03503

Built
1976
49 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected September 2024
Type
Tee Beam
Prestressed Concrete
Length
204 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
1,650
2016 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Msas 128 over Dead Shot Bay is a prestressed concrete tee beam carrying Msas 128 over Dead Shot Bay in Becker County, Minnesota. It was built in 1976, so it is 49 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 1,650 vehicles a day, projected to reach 1,650 by 2039. The structure is 204 ft (62.3 m) long and 56 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).

CarriesMsas 128
CrossesDead Shot Bay
Location0.9 MI SE of JCT Csah 22
RouteCity Street 128
Coordinates46.78145, -95.84773
Functional classUrban Collector

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.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionSeptember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating63.4 US tons
Inventory rating35.2 US tons

Structure

Structure typeTee Beam
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length204 ft (62.3 m)
Longest span50 ft (15.2 m)
Deck width56 ft (17.2 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,650 (2016)
Projected traffic1,650 by 2039
Trucks—
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed9.9 mi (16 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—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Msas 128 over Dead Shot Bay built?

It was built in 1976, making it 49 years old in 2025.

What condition is Msas 128 over Dead Shot Bay 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 Msas 128 over Dead Shot Bay carry?

About 1,650 vehicles per day (2016 count).

How long is Msas 128 over Dead Shot Bay?

The structure is 204 ft (62.3 m) long with a longest span of 50 ft (15.2 m) and a deck 56 ft wide.

Who owns Msas 128 over Dead Shot Bay?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.