US Bridges

Msas 218 over Bassett Creek

Good

Hennepin County, Minnesota · Between 10th; 8th Aves · Structure no. 93109

Built
1923
102 years old
Condition
Good
inspected December 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
26 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
1,690
2022 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Msas 218 over Bassett Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Msas 218 over Bassett Creek in Hennepin County, Minnesota. It was built in 1923, so it is 102 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 1,690 vehicles a day, projected to reach 1,280 by 2042. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesMsas 218
CrossesBassett Creek
LocationBetween 10th; 8th Aves
RouteCity Street 218
Coordinates44.98649, -93.28234
Functional classUrban Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionDecember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating64.8 US tons
Inventory rating39.6 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadUnknown
Structure length26 ft (7.9 m)
Longest span16 ft (4.9 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,690 (2022)
Projected traffic1,280 by 2042
Trucks—
Lanes on structure2
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$124 million
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Msas 218 over Bassett Creek built?

It was built in 1923, making it 102 years old in 2025.

What condition is Msas 218 over Bassett Creek 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 December 2024.

How much traffic does Msas 218 over Bassett Creek carry?

About 1,690 vehicles per day (2022 count).

How long is Msas 218 over Bassett Creek?

The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 16 ft (4.9 m).

Who owns Msas 218 over Bassett Creek?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.