Mn 77 over I 494
GoodHennepin County, Minnesota · At the JCT TH 77; 494 · Structure no. 9081
- Built
- 1958
- 67 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 166 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 19,500
- 2017 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Mn 77 over I 494 is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Mn 77 over I 494 in Hennepin County, Minnesota. It was built in 1958, so it is 67 years old, older 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 19,500 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 19,500 by 2039. The structure is 166 ft (50.7 m) long and 44 ft wide.
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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Mn 77 over I 494 built?
It was built in 1958, making it 67 years old in 2025.
What condition is Mn 77 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 July 2024.
How much traffic does Mn 77 over I 494 carry?
About 19,500 vehicles per day (2017 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.
How long is Mn 77 over I 494?
The structure is 166 ft (50.7 m) long with a longest span of 81 ft (24.7 m) and a deck 44 ft wide.
Who owns Mn 77 over I 494?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.