Msas 251 over I 35W
FairHennepin County, Minnesota · 3.2 MI N of JCT TH 62 · Structure no. 9620
- Built
- 1965
- 60 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 201 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 8,300
- 2015 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Msas 251 over I 35W is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Msas 251 over I 35W in Hennepin County, Minnesota. It was built in 1965, so it is 60 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 8,300 vehicles a day, projected to reach 8,300 by 2039. The structure is 201 ft (61.3 m) long and 56 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Msas 251 over I 35W built?
It was built in 1965, making it 60 years old in 2025.
What condition is Msas 251 over I 35W 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 June 2023.
How much traffic does Msas 251 over I 35W carry?
About 8,300 vehicles per day (2015 count).
How long is Msas 251 over I 35W?
The structure is 201 ft (61.3 m) long with a longest span of 71 ft (21.7 m) and a deck 56 ft wide.
Who owns Msas 251 over I 35W?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.