US Bridges

Msas 104 over East Chaska Creek

Fair

Carver County, Minnesota · 0.2 MI NW of Ct Csah 61 · Structure no. 94137

Built
1974
51 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected August 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
28 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
2,161
2021 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Msas 104 over East Chaska Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Msas 104 over East Chaska Creek in Carver County, Minnesota. It was built in 1974, so it is 51 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 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 2,161 vehicles a day, projected to reach 2,050 by 2041. The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesMsas 104
CrossesEast Chaska Creek
Location0.2 MI NW of Ct Csah 61
RouteCity Street 104
CountyCarver County
StateMinnesota
Coordinates44.79806, -93.59144
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
Channel and channel protection4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionAugust 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating43.2 US tons
Inventory rating32.4 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadUnknown
Structure length28 ft (8.5 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.8 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,161 (2021)
Projected traffic2,050 by 2041
Trucks—
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 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 104 over East Chaska Creek built?

It was built in 1974, making it 51 years old in 2025.

What condition is Msas 104 over East Chaska Creek 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 August 2024.

How much traffic does Msas 104 over East Chaska Creek carry?

About 2,161 vehicles per day (2021 count).

How long is Msas 104 over East Chaska Creek?

The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.8 m).

Who owns Msas 104 over East Chaska Creek?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.