US Bridges

Msas 125 over Bluff Creek

Good

Carver County, Minnesota · 0.58 MI NE JCT CR 117 · Structure no. 10J13

Built
2007
18 years old
Condition
Good
inspected September 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
49 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
1,971
2021 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Msas 125 over Bluff Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Msas 125 over Bluff Creek in Carver County, Minnesota. It was built in 2007, so it is 18 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 1,971 vehicles a day, projected to reach 1 by 2041. The structure is 49 ft (14.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesMsas 125
CrossesBluff Creek
Location0.58 MI NE JCT CR 117
RouteCity Street 125
Coordinates44.83448, -93.56525
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
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionSeptember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating54 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadUnknown
Structure length49 ft (14.8 m)
Longest span49 ft (14.8 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,971 (2021)
Projected traffic1 by 2041
Trucks—
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
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—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Msas 125 over Bluff Creek built?

It was built in 2007, making it 18 years old in 2025.

What condition is Msas 125 over Bluff Creek 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 September 2024.

How much traffic does Msas 125 over Bluff Creek carry?

About 1,971 vehicles per day (2021 count).

How long is Msas 125 over Bluff Creek?

The structure is 49 ft (14.8 m) long with a longest span of 49 ft (14.8 m).

Who owns Msas 125 over Bluff Creek?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.