M 868 over BNSF RR
GoodHennepin County, Minnesota · 0.3 MI N of Henn Ave · Structure no. 27695
- Built
- 1996
- 29 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected May 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 98 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 128
- 2015 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
M 868 over BNSF RR is a concrete continuous slab carrying M 868 over BNSF RR in Hennepin County, Minnesota. It was built in 1996, so it is 29 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 128 vehicles a day, roughly 90% of them trucks, projected to reach 128 by 2032. The structure is 98 ft (29.8 m) long and 47 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was M 868 over BNSF RR built?
It was built in 1996, making it 29 years old in 2025.
What condition is M 868 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 M 868 over BNSF RR carry?
About 128 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 90% are trucks.
How long is M 868 over BNSF RR?
The structure is 98 ft (29.8 m) long with a longest span of 56 ft (17.1 m) and a deck 47 ft wide.
Who owns M 868 over BNSF RR?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.