US Bridges

Msas 217 over Bassett Creek

Fair

Hennepin County, Minnesota · Between 9th; 7th Aves N · Structure no. 93110

Built
1923
102 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected December 2024
Type
Culvert
Masonry
Length
32 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
860
2022 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Msas 217 over Bassett Creek is a masonry culvert carrying Msas 217 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 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 860 vehicles a day, projected to reach 1,390 by 2042. The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesMsas 217
CrossesBassett Creek
LocationBetween 9th; 7th Aves N
RouteCity Street 217
CountyHennepin County
StateMinnesota
Coordinates44.98729, -93.28104
Functional classUrban Local

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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionDecember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating46.4 US tons
Inventory rating46.4 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialMasonry
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadUnknown
Structure length32 ft (9.8 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 traffic860 (2022)
Projected traffic1,390 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$109 million
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Msas 217 over Bassett Creek built?

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

What condition is Msas 217 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 217 over Bassett Creek carry?

About 860 vehicles per day (2022 count).

How long is Msas 217 over Bassett Creek?

The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6.1 m).

Who owns Msas 217 over Bassett Creek?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.