I 94 over TH 79
FairDouglas County, Minnesota · At the JCT of TH 79 · Structure no. 21802
- Built
- 1963
- 62 years old, rebuilt 2017
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 152 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 5,250
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
I 94 over TH 79 is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying I 94 over TH 79 in Douglas County, Minnesota. It was built in 1963 and reconstructed in 2017, so it is 62 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 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 5,250 vehicles a day, roughly 43% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,500 by 2040. The structure is 152 ft (46.4 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
Location
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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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was I 94 over TH 79 built?
It was built in 1963, making it 62 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2017.
What condition is I 94 over TH 79 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 I 94 over TH 79 carry?
About 5,250 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 43% are trucks.
How long is I 94 over TH 79?
The structure is 152 ft (46.4 m) long with a longest span of 55 ft (16.7 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.
Who owns I 94 over TH 79?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.