Msas 231 over I 35W
PoorHennepin County, Minnesota · 2.8 MI SW of JCT TH 280 · Structure no. 27988
- Built
- 1969
- 56 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 236 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 4,617
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Msas 231 over I 35W is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Msas 231 over I 35W in Hennepin County, Minnesota. It was built in 1969, so it is 56 years old, older than the Minnesota average of 38.5 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
It carries about 4,617 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,200 by 2041. The structure is 236 ft (71.8 m) long and 63 ft wide.
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Msas 231 over I 35W built?
It was built in 1969, making it 56 years old in 2025.
What condition is Msas 231 over I 35W in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in April 2024.
How much traffic does Msas 231 over I 35W carry?
About 4,617 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is Msas 231 over I 35W?
The structure is 236 ft (71.8 m) long with a longest span of 121 ft (36.8 m) and a deck 63 ft wide.
Who owns Msas 231 over I 35W?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.