US Bridges

Msas 140 over County Ditch #47

Good

Clay County, Minnesota · 0.1 MI E of Main ST · Structure no. 14J86

Built
2010
15 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2021
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
27 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
9,404
2021 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Msas 140 over County Ditch #47 is a concrete culvert carrying Msas 140 over County Ditch #47 in Clay County, Minnesota. It was built in 2010, so it is 15 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 9,404 vehicles a day, projected to reach 4,450 by 2041. The structure is 27 ft (8.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesMsas 140
CrossesCounty Ditch #47
Location0.1 MI E of Main ST
RouteCity Street 140
Coordinates46.85257, -96.72799
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 inspectionJune 2021
Inspection intervalevery 48 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 rating75.6 US tons
Inventory rating45 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length27 ft (8.3 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic9,404 (2021)
Projected traffic4,450 by 2041
Trucks—
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
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 statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Msas 140 over County Ditch #47 built?

It was built in 2010, making it 15 years old in 2025.

What condition is Msas 140 over County Ditch #47 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 June 2021.

How much traffic does Msas 140 over County Ditch #47 carry?

About 9,404 vehicles per day (2021 count).

How long is Msas 140 over County Ditch #47?

The structure is 27 ft (8.3 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).

Who owns Msas 140 over County Ditch #47?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.