US Bridges

Msas 102 over Elm Creek

Good

Hennepin County, Minnesota · 1.1 MI W of JCT TH 94 · Structure no. 93321

Built
1978
47 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
31 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
13,421
2022 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Msas 102 over Elm Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Msas 102 over Elm Creek in Hennepin County, Minnesota. It was built in 1978, so it is 47 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 13,421 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 15,100 by 2042. The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).

CarriesMsas 102
CrossesElm Creek
Location1.1 MI W of JCT TH 94
RouteCity Street 102
Coordinates45.10616, -93.47891
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionAugust 2024
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating46.4 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length31 ft (9.4 m)
Longest span13 ft (3.9 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic13,421 (2022)
Projected traffic15,100 by 2042
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.2 mi (10 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 102 over Elm Creek built?

It was built in 1978, making it 47 years old in 2025.

What condition is Msas 102 over Elm 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 August 2024.

How much traffic does Msas 102 over Elm Creek carry?

About 13,421 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is Msas 102 over Elm Creek?

The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long with a longest span of 13 ft (3.9 m).

Who owns Msas 102 over Elm Creek?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.