Mn 55 over Bassett Creek
FairHennepin County, Minnesota · 1.5 MI E of JCT TH 100 · Structure no. 5908
- Built
- 1947
- 78 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 22 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 14,248
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Mn 55 over Bassett Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Mn 55 over Bassett Creek in Hennepin County, Minnesota. It was built in 1947, so it is 78 years old, older than the Minnesota average of 38.5 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 14,248 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 18,200 by 2041. The structure is 22 ft (6.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Mn 55 over Bassett Creek built?
It was built in 1947, making it 78 years old in 2025.
What condition is Mn 55 over Bassett Creek in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in June 2024.
How much traffic does Mn 55 over Bassett Creek carry?
About 14,248 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.
How long is Mn 55 over Bassett Creek?
The structure is 22 ft (6.8 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns Mn 55 over Bassett Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.