US Bridges

Mn 210 over BNSF RR

Fair

Carlton County, Minnesota · 1.6 MI E of JCT TH 73 · Structure no. 09011

Built
1990
35 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
245 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
3,500
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Mn 210 over BNSF RR is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Mn 210 over BNSF RR in Carlton County, Minnesota. It was built in 1990, so it is 35 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.

It carries about 3,500 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,500 by 2038. The structure is 245 ft (74.6 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 24.2 mi (39 km).

Location

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CarriesMn 210
CrossesBNSF RR
Location1.6 MI E of JCT TH 73
RouteState Highway 210
CountyCarlton County
StateMinnesota
Coordinates46.67784, -92.85248
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Fair

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
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 geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating85.3 US tons
Inventory rating43.2 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length245 ft (74.6 m)
Longest span79 ft (24.1 m)
Deck width46 ft (14.1 m)
Roadway width43 ft (13 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,500 (2018)
Projected traffic3,500 by 2038
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed24.2 mi (39 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—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Mn 210 over BNSF RR built?

It was built in 1990, making it 35 years old in 2025.

What condition is Mn 210 over BNSF RR 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 2023.

How much traffic does Mn 210 over BNSF RR carry?

About 3,500 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is Mn 210 over BNSF RR?

The structure is 245 ft (74.6 m) long with a longest span of 79 ft (24.1 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.

Who owns Mn 210 over BNSF RR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.