Msas 253 over I 35W
GoodHennepin County, Minnesota · 3.0 MI N of JCT TH 62 · Structure no. 9619
- Built
- 1961
- 64 years old, rebuilt 2018
- Condition
- Good
- inspected June 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 214 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 4,700
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Msas 253 over I 35W is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Msas 253 over I 35W in Hennepin County, Minnesota. It was built in 1961 and reconstructed in 2018, so it is 64 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 4,700 vehicles a day, projected to reach 9,800 by 2040. The structure is 214 ft (65.1 m) long and 56 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Msas 253 over I 35W built?
It was built in 1961, making it 64 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2018.
What condition is Msas 253 over I 35W 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 June 2023.
How much traffic does Msas 253 over I 35W carry?
About 4,700 vehicles per day (2020 count).
How long is Msas 253 over I 35W?
The structure is 214 ft (65.1 m) long with a longest span of 78 ft (23.7 m) and a deck 56 ft wide.
Who owns Msas 253 over I 35W?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.