US Bridges

Msas 218 over BNSF RR

Good

Hennepin County, Minnesota · 0.3 MI NW of Henn Ave · Structure no. 27684

Built
1992
33 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
541 ft
6 main spans
Daily traffic
2,159
2022 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Msas 218 over BNSF RR is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Msas 218 over BNSF RR in Hennepin County, Minnesota. It was built in 1992, so it is 33 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 2,159 vehicles a day, projected to reach 2,270 by 2042. The structure is 541 ft (164.9 m) long and 42 ft wide.

CarriesMsas 218
CrossesBNSF RR
Location0.3 MI NW of Henn Ave
RouteCity Street 218
Coordinates44.98307, -93.27742
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 inspectionJune 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating34.6 US tons
Inventory rating21.1 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans6
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length541 ft (164.9 m)
Longest span112 ft (34 m)
Deck width42 ft (12.7 m)
Roadway width24 ft (7.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,159 (2022)
Projected traffic2,270 by 2042
Trucks—
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed—
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 218 over BNSF RR built?

It was built in 1992, making it 33 years old in 2025.

What condition is Msas 218 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 June 2023.

How much traffic does Msas 218 over BNSF RR carry?

About 2,159 vehicles per day (2022 count).

How long is Msas 218 over BNSF RR?

The structure is 541 ft (164.9 m) long with a longest span of 112 ft (34 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.

Who owns Msas 218 over BNSF RR?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.