I 94 over Rush Creek
FairHennepin County, Minnesota · 4.3 MI NW of JCT TH 494 · Structure no. 91178
- Built
- 1969
- 56 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 34 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 93,830
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
I 94 over Rush Creek is a concrete culvert carrying I 94 over Rush Creek in Hennepin County, Minnesota. It was built in 1969, so it is 56 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 93,830 vehicles a day, roughly 18% of them trucks, projected to reach 97,000 by 2042. The structure is 34 ft (10.4 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 I 94 over Rush Creek built?
It was built in 1969, making it 56 years old in 2025.
What condition is I 94 over Rush 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 October 2024.
How much traffic does I 94 over Rush Creek carry?
About 93,830 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 18% are trucks.
How long is I 94 over Rush Creek?
The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long with a longest span of 16 ft (4.8 m).
Who owns I 94 over Rush Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.