US Bridges

Msas 197 over BNSF RR

Good

Hennepin County, Minnesota · 0.3 MI N of Henn; Central · Structure no. 27628

Built
1990
35 years old
Condition
Good
inspected May 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
42 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
2,050
2012 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Msas 197 over BNSF RR is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Msas 197 over BNSF RR in Hennepin County, Minnesota. It was built in 1990, so it is 35 years old, younger 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 2,050 vehicles a day, projected to reach 2,022 by 2032. The structure is 42 ft (12.8 m) long and 66 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesMsas 197
CrossesBNSF RR
Location0.3 MI N of Henn; Central
RouteCity Street 197
Coordinates44.99109, -93.25498
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 geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating48.8 US tons
Inventory rating29.2 US tons

Structure

MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length42 ft (12.8 m)
Longest span40 ft (12.3 m)
Deck width66 ft (20.2 m)
Roadway width46 ft (14 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,050 (2012)
Projected traffic2,022 by 2032
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

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—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Msas 197 over BNSF RR built?

It was built in 1990, making it 35 years old in 2025.

What condition is Msas 197 over BNSF RR 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 197 over BNSF RR carry?

About 2,050 vehicles per day (2012 count).

How long is Msas 197 over BNSF RR?

The structure is 42 ft (12.8 m) long with a longest span of 40 ft (12.3 m) and a deck 66 ft wide.

Who owns Msas 197 over BNSF RR?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.