US Bridges

Msas 420 over Cp Rail (frontage Rd)

Good

Hennepin County, Minnesota · 0.3 MI West of JCT TH 10 · Structure no. 27226

Built
1985
40 years old
Condition
Good
inspected May 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
162 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
1,441
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Msas 420 over Cp Rail (frontage Rd) is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Msas 420 over Cp Rail (frontage Rd) in Hennepin County, Minnesota. It was built in 1985, so it is 40 years old, older 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 1,441 vehicles a day, projected to reach 4,750 by 2042. The structure is 162 ft (49.4 m) long and 45 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesMsas 420
CrossesCp Rail (frontage Rd)
Location0.3 MI West of JCT TH 10
RouteCity Street 420
CountyHennepin County
StateMinnesota
Coordinates44.98502, -93.3559
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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMay 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating50.7 US tons
Inventory rating30.6 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length162 ft (49.4 m)
Longest span58 ft (17.6 m)
Deck width45 ft (13.7 m)
Roadway width36 ft (11 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,441 (2022)
Projected traffic4,750 by 2042
Trucks—
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Msas 420 over Cp Rail (frontage Rd) built?

It was built in 1985, making it 40 years old in 2025.

What condition is Msas 420 over Cp Rail (frontage Rd) 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 May 2023.

How much traffic does Msas 420 over Cp Rail (frontage Rd) carry?

About 1,441 vehicles per day (2022 count).

How long is Msas 420 over Cp Rail (frontage Rd)?

The structure is 162 ft (49.4 m) long with a longest span of 58 ft (17.6 m) and a deck 45 ft wide.

Who owns Msas 420 over Cp Rail (frontage Rd)?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.