US 169 over W 78th ST
GoodHennepin County, Minnesota · 0.15 MI N of JCT I 494 · Structure no. 27R27
- Built
- 2011
- 14 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected May 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 94 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 31,500
- 2016 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 169 over W 78th ST is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 169 over W 78th ST in Hennepin County, Minnesota. It was built in 2011, so it is 14 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 31,500 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 31,500 by 2039. The structure is 94 ft (28.8 m) long and 55 ft wide.
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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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 169 over W 78th ST built?
It was built in 2011, making it 14 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 169 over W 78th ST 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 US 169 over W 78th ST carry?
About 31,500 vehicles per day (2016 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.
How long is US 169 over W 78th ST?
The structure is 94 ft (28.8 m) long with a longest span of 88 ft (26.8 m) and a deck 55 ft wide.
Who owns US 169 over W 78th ST?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.