M 56 over US 12
FairHennepin County, Minnesota · 3.1 MI W of JCT TH 494 · Structure no. 27131
- Built
- 1970
- 55 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 244 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 4,150
- 2015 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
M 56 over US 12 is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying M 56 over US 12 in Hennepin County, Minnesota. It was built in 1970, so it is 55 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 4,150 vehicles a day, projected to reach 4,150 by 2039. The structure is 244 ft (74.3 m) long and 59 ft wide.
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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 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 M 56 over US 12 built?
It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025.
What condition is M 56 over US 12 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 M 56 over US 12 carry?
About 4,150 vehicles per day (2015 count).
How long is M 56 over US 12?
The structure is 244 ft (74.3 m) long with a longest span of 126 ft (38.5 m) and a deck 59 ft wide.
Who owns M 56 over US 12?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.