US Bridges

Msas 124 over Chaska Creek

FairPosted for load

Carver County, Minnesota · 1.48 MI NW of JCT Csah 61 · Structure no. L2721

Built
1938
87 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected August 2024
Type
Culvert
Steel
Length
25 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
2,431
2021 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Msas 124 over Chaska Creek is a steel culvert carrying Msas 124 over Chaska Creek in Carver County, Minnesota. It was built in 1938, so it is 87 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 2,431 vehicles a day, projected to reach 2,100 by 2041. The structure is 25 ft (7.5 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

CarriesMsas 124
CrossesChaska Creek
Location1.48 MI NW of JCT Csah 61
RouteCity Street 124
Coordinates44.80094, -93.62491
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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionAugust 2024
Inspection intervalevery 12 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating23.4 US tons
Inventory rating18 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialSteel
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadUnknown
Structure length25 ft (7.5 m)
Longest span25 ft (7.5 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,431 (2021)
Projected traffic2,100 by 2041
Trucks—
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 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$49 million
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Msas 124 over Chaska Creek built?

It was built in 1938, making it 87 years old in 2025.

What condition is Msas 124 over 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 124 over Chaska Creek carry?

About 2,431 vehicles per day (2021 count).

How long is Msas 124 over Chaska Creek?

The structure is 25 ft (7.5 m) long with a longest span of 25 ft (7.5 m).

Who owns Msas 124 over Chaska Creek?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.