US Bridges

Con 2157 over Dnr Wetland France Ave

Good

Hennepin County, Minnesota · At the JCT TH100; France · Structure no. 27R08

Built
2003
22 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
668 ft
7 main spans
Daily traffic
2,740
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Con 2157 over Dnr Wetland France Ave is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Con 2157 over Dnr Wetland France Ave 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 2,740 vehicles a day, projected to reach 1,000 by 2042. The structure is 668 ft (203.5 m) long and 27 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).

CarriesCon 2157
CrossesDnr Wetland France Ave
LocationAt the JCT TH100; France
RouteState Highway 2157
Coordinates45.04145, -93.33122
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Other Freeway or Expressway

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 inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating69.3 US tons
Inventory rating37.1 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans7
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length668 ft (203.5 m)
Longest span98 ft (29.8 m)
Deck width27 ft (8.3 m)
Roadway width24 ft (7.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,740 (2022)
Projected traffic1,000 by 2042
Trucks—
Lanes on structure1
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRelief for waterway
Detour if closed6.2 mi (10 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Con 2157 over Dnr Wetland France Ave built?

It was built in 2003, making it 22 years old in 2025.

What condition is Con 2157 over Dnr Wetland France Ave 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 Con 2157 over Dnr Wetland France Ave carry?

About 2,740 vehicles per day (2022 count).

How long is Con 2157 over Dnr Wetland France Ave?

The structure is 668 ft (203.5 m) long with a longest span of 98 ft (29.8 m) and a deck 27 ft wide.

Who owns Con 2157 over Dnr Wetland France Ave?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.