Msas 197 over Mississippi River
FairHennepin County, Minnesota · 0.4 MI E of Wash. Ave · Structure no. 27611
- Built
- 1980
- 45 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Box Beam or Girders - Multiple
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 934 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 10,348
- 2022 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
Msas 197 over Mississippi River is a prestressed concrete box beam or girders - multiple carrying Msas 197 over Mississippi River in Hennepin County, Minnesota. It was built in 1980, so it is 45 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 10,348 vehicles a day, projected to reach 10,329 by 2042. The structure is 934 ft (284.7 m) long and 75 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Msas 197 over Mississippi River built?
It was built in 1980, making it 45 years old in 2025.
What condition is Msas 197 over Mississippi River 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 197 over Mississippi River carry?
About 10,348 vehicles per day (2022 count).
How long is Msas 197 over Mississippi River?
The structure is 934 ft (284.7 m) long with a longest span of 260 ft (79.2 m) and a deck 75 ft wide.
Who owns Msas 197 over Mississippi River?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.