US Bridges

Msas 230 over BNSF RR

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Hennepin County, Minnesota · 0.1 MI N of Univ Ave · Structure no. 27A23

Built
1996
29 years old
Condition
Good
inspected May 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
161 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
3,452
2021 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Msas 230 over BNSF RR is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Msas 230 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 3,452 vehicles a day, projected to reach 2,250 by 2041. The structure is 161 ft (49.2 m) long and 84 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesMsas 230
CrossesBNSF RR
Location0.1 MI N of Univ Ave
RouteCity Street 230
CountyHennepin County
StateMinnesota
Coordinates44.97996, -93.23625
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 inspectionMay 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating54.7 US tons
Inventory rating42.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length161 ft (49.2 m)
Longest span54 ft (16.5 m)
Deck width84 ft (25.5 m)
Roadway width48 ft (14.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,452 (2021)
Projected traffic2,250 by 2041
Trucks—
Lanes on structure2
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$640 million
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Msas 230 over BNSF RR built?

It was built in 1996, making it 29 years old in 2025.

What condition is Msas 230 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 Msas 230 over BNSF RR carry?

About 3,452 vehicles per day (2021 count).

How long is Msas 230 over BNSF RR?

The structure is 161 ft (49.2 m) long with a longest span of 54 ft (16.5 m) and a deck 84 ft wide.

Who owns Msas 230 over BNSF RR?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.