I 494 over Minnetonka DR Csah 5
GoodHennepin County, Minnesota · 1.1 MI N of JCT TH 7 · Structure no. 27V05
- Built
- 1998
- 27 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 339 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 53,000
- 2016 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
I 494 over Minnetonka DR Csah 5 is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying I 494 over Minnetonka DR Csah 5 in Hennepin County, Minnesota. It was built in 1998, so it is 27 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 53,000 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 53,000 by 2039. The structure is 339 ft (103.2 m) long and 72 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. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was I 494 over Minnetonka DR Csah 5 built?
It was built in 1998, making it 27 years old in 2025.
What condition is I 494 over Minnetonka DR Csah 5 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 September 2024.
How much traffic does I 494 over Minnetonka DR Csah 5 carry?
About 53,000 vehicles per day (2016 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is I 494 over Minnetonka DR Csah 5?
The structure is 339 ft (103.2 m) long with a longest span of 120 ft (36.7 m) and a deck 72 ft wide.
Who owns I 494 over Minnetonka DR Csah 5?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.