M 56 over Zimmermans Pass
GoodHennepin County, Minnesota · 0.7 MI S of JCT Csah 125 · Structure no. 27A77
- Built
- 2003
- 22 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete
- Length
- 113 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 800
- 2004 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
M 56 over Zimmermans Pass is a concrete slab carrying M 56 over Zimmermans Pass in Hennepin County, Minnesota. It was built in 2003, so it is 22 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 800 vehicles a day, projected to reach 800 by 2029. The structure is 113 ft (34.5 m) long and 28 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 100 mi (161 km).
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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. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was M 56 over Zimmermans Pass built?
It was built in 2003, making it 22 years old in 2025.
What condition is M 56 over Zimmermans Pass 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 M 56 over Zimmermans Pass carry?
About 800 vehicles per day (2004 count).
How long is M 56 over Zimmermans Pass?
The structure is 113 ft (34.5 m) long with a longest span of 45 ft (13.7 m) and a deck 28 ft wide.
Who owns M 56 over Zimmermans Pass?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.