Msas 129 over Red River of the North
FairClay County, Minnesota · 0.5 MI W of JCT Csah 3 · Structure no. 14523
- Built
- 1988
- 37 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 500 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 8,133
- 2021 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
Msas 129 over Red River of the North is a prestressed concrete tee beam carrying Msas 129 over Red River of the North in Clay County, Minnesota. It was built in 1988, so it is 37 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 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 8,133 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,800 by 2041. The structure is 500 ft (152.4 m) long and 40 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Msas 129 over Red River of the North built?
It was built in 1988, making it 37 years old in 2025.
What condition is Msas 129 over Red River of the North 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 129 over Red River of the North carry?
About 8,133 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.
How long is Msas 129 over Red River of the North?
The structure is 500 ft (152.4 m) long with a longest span of 100 ft (30.5 m) and a deck 40 ft wide.
Who owns Msas 129 over Red River of the North?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.