US Bridges

Msas 103 over Elm Creek

FairPosted for load

Hennepin County, Minnesota · 0.5 MI S of JCT Csah 12 · Structure no. 27595

Built
1974
51 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected October 2024
Type
Culvert
Steel
Length
27 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
2,950
2019 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Msas 103 over Elm Creek is a steel culvert carrying Msas 103 over Elm Creek in Hennepin County, Minnesota. It was built in 1974, so it is 51 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 2,950 vehicles a day, projected to reach 2,700 by 2039. The structure is 27 ft (8.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesMsas 103
CrossesElm Creek
Location0.5 MI S of JCT Csah 12
RouteCity Street 103
CountyHennepin County
StateMinnesota
Coordinates45.18431, -93.40187
Functional classUrban Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 12 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating23.4 US tons
Inventory rating18 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialSteel
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadUnknown
Structure length27 ft (8.1 m)
Longest span27 ft (8.1 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,950 (2019)
Projected traffic2,700 by 2039
Trucks—
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
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 statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Msas 103 over Elm Creek built?

It was built in 1974, making it 51 years old in 2025.

What condition is Msas 103 over Elm Creek 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 October 2024.

How much traffic does Msas 103 over Elm Creek carry?

About 2,950 vehicles per day (2019 count).

How long is Msas 103 over Elm Creek?

The structure is 27 ft (8.1 m) long with a longest span of 27 ft (8.1 m).

Who owns Msas 103 over Elm Creek?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.