US Bridges

Msas 419 over BNSF RR

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Hennepin County, Minnesota · 0.1 MI SE of 15th Ave SE · Structure no. 27A21

Built
1995
30 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
241 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
3,357
2021 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Msas 419 over BNSF RR is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Msas 419 over BNSF RR in Hennepin County, Minnesota. It was built in 1995, so it is 30 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 3,357 vehicles a day, projected to reach 5,474 by 2041. The structure is 241 ft (73.5 m) long and 62 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesMsas 419
CrossesBNSF RR
Location0.1 MI SE of 15th Ave SE
RouteCity Street 419
CountyHennepin County
StateMinnesota
Coordinates44.98033, -93.23208
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 inspectionJuly 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating55.3 US tons
Inventory rating42.5 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length241 ft (73.5 m)
Longest span72 ft (21.8 m)
Deck width62 ft (19 m)
Roadway width44 ft (13.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,357 (2021)
Projected traffic5,474 by 2041
Trucks—
Lanes on structure3
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$1,000 million
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Msas 419 over BNSF RR built?

It was built in 1995, making it 30 years old in 2025.

What condition is Msas 419 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 July 2023.

How much traffic does Msas 419 over BNSF RR carry?

About 3,357 vehicles per day (2021 count).

How long is Msas 419 over BNSF RR?

The structure is 241 ft (73.5 m) long with a longest span of 72 ft (21.8 m) and a deck 62 ft wide.

Who owns Msas 419 over BNSF RR?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.