US Bridges

Msas 126 over Elm Creek

Good

Hennepin County, Minnesota · 0.2 MI SE of JCT US 169 · Structure no. 27J56

Built
2016
9 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
73 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
1,128
2022 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Msas 126 over Elm Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Msas 126 over Elm Creek in Hennepin County, Minnesota. It was built in 2016, so it is 9 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 1,128 vehicles a day, projected to reach 1 by 2042. The structure is 73 ft (22.1 m) long.

CarriesMsas 126
CrossesElm Creek
Location0.2 MI SE of JCT US 169
RouteCity Street 126
Coordinates45.18401, -93.38947
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
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating46.4 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans5
Design loadHL 93
Structure length73 ft (22.1 m)
Longest span20 ft (6.1 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,128 (2022)
Projected traffic1 by 2042
Trucks—
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Msas 126 over Elm Creek built?

It was built in 2016, making it 9 years old in 2025.

What condition is Msas 126 over Elm Creek 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 October 2024.

How much traffic does Msas 126 over Elm Creek carry?

About 1,128 vehicles per day (2022 count).

How long is Msas 126 over Elm Creek?

The structure is 73 ft (22.1 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6.1 m).

Who owns Msas 126 over Elm Creek?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.