Con 1496 over Wetland
FairHennepin County, Minnesota · 1.7 MI E of JCT TH 100 · Structure no. 27770F
- Built
- 1987
- 38 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 444 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 5,000
- 1994 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Con 1496 over Wetland is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Con 1496 over Wetland in Hennepin County, Minnesota. It was built in 1987, so it is 38 years old, younger 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.
It carries about 5,000 vehicles a day, projected to reach 5,000 by 2029. The structure is 444 ft (135.3 m) long and 28 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Con 1496 over Wetland built?
It was built in 1987, making it 38 years old in 2025.
What condition is Con 1496 over Wetland 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 September 2024.
How much traffic does Con 1496 over Wetland carry?
About 5,000 vehicles per day (1994 count).
How long is Con 1496 over Wetland?
The structure is 444 ft (135.3 m) long with a longest span of 90 ft (27.4 m) and a deck 28 ft wide.
Who owns Con 1496 over Wetland?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.