US Bridges

Msas 221 over Bassett Creek

Fair

Hennepin County, Minnesota · Btwn Lyndale; 8th Ave N · Structure no. 93107

Built
1915
110 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected December 2024
Type
Culvert
Masonry
Length
22 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
8,226
2015 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Msas 221 over Bassett Creek is a masonry culvert carrying Msas 221 over Bassett Creek in Hennepin County, Minnesota. It was built in 1915, so it is 110 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 6 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 8,226 vehicles a day, projected to reach 8,226 by 2034. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesMsas 221
CrossesBassett Creek
LocationBtwn Lyndale; 8th Ave N
RouteCity Street 221
CountyHennepin County
StateMinnesota
Coordinates44.98697, -93.28782
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionDecember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating98.2 US tons
Inventory rating75.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialMasonry
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadUnknown
Structure length22 ft (6.7 m)
Longest span20 ft (6.1 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic8,226 (2015)
Projected traffic8,226 by 2034
Trucks—
Lanes on structure5
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Msas 221 over Bassett Creek built?

It was built in 1915, making it 110 years old in 2025.

What condition is Msas 221 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 December 2024.

How much traffic does Msas 221 over Bassett Creek carry?

About 8,226 vehicles per day (2015 count).

How long is Msas 221 over Bassett Creek?

The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6.1 m).

Who owns Msas 221 over Bassett Creek?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.