Mn 7 over I 494
GoodHennepin County, Minnesota · At the JCT TH 494; 7 · Structure no. 27V60
- Built
- 2005
- 20 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 205 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 25,000
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Mn 7 over I 494 is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Mn 7 over I 494 in Hennepin County, Minnesota. It was built in 2005, so it is 20 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 25,000 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 23,500 by 2040. The structure is 205 ft (62.4 m) long and 55 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).
Location
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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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Mn 7 over I 494 built?
It was built in 2005, making it 20 years old in 2025.
What condition is Mn 7 over I 494 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 Mn 7 over I 494 carry?
About 25,000 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.
How long is Mn 7 over I 494?
The structure is 205 ft (62.4 m) long with a longest span of 100 ft (30.5 m) and a deck 55 ft wide.
Who owns Mn 7 over I 494?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.