US Bridges

M 1863 over Bassett Creek

Fair

Hennepin County, Minnesota · 0.1 MI SE of Plymouth Av · Structure no. 94247

Built
1915
110 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2024
Type
Culvert
Masonry
Length
31 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
3,969
2022 count
Owner
Local
Local Park, Forest, or Reservation Agency

About this bridge

M 1863 over Bassett Creek is a masonry culvert carrying M 1863 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 3,969 vehicles a day, projected to reach 3,550 by 2042. The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesM 1863
CrossesBassett Creek
Location0.1 MI SE of Plymouth Av
RouteCity Street 1863
CountyHennepin County
StateMinnesota
Coordinates44.99076, -93.27457
Functional classUrban Collector

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 inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating46.4 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialMasonry
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadUnknown
Structure length31 ft (9.4 m)
Longest span22 ft (6.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,969 (2022)
Projected traffic3,550 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

OwnerLocal Park, Forest, or Reservation Agency
Maintained byLocal Park, Forest, or Reservation Agency
Historic statusListed on the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost$94 million
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was M 1863 over Bassett Creek built?

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

What condition is M 1863 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 July 2024.

How much traffic does M 1863 over Bassett Creek carry?

About 3,969 vehicles per day (2022 count).

How long is M 1863 over Bassett Creek?

The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long with a longest span of 22 ft (6.7 m).

Who owns M 1863 over Bassett Creek?

It is owned by the Local Park, Forest, or Reservation Agency.