M 57 over Bassett Creek
GoodHennepin County, Minnesota · 0.5 MI S of JCT Csah 66 · Structure no. L9327
- Built
- 1940
- 85 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2023
- Type
- Arch - Deck
- Concrete
- Length
- 50 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 1,949
- 2022 count
- Owner
- Local
- Local Park, Forest, or Reservation Agency
About this bridge
M 57 over Bassett Creek is a concrete arch - deck carrying M 57 over Bassett Creek in Hennepin County, Minnesota. It was built in 1940, so it is 85 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 1,949 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,530 by 2042. The structure is 50 ft (15.2 m) long and 50 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was M 57 over Bassett Creek built?
It was built in 1940, making it 85 years old in 2025.
What condition is M 57 over Bassett 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 September 2023.
How much traffic does M 57 over Bassett Creek carry?
About 1,949 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is M 57 over Bassett Creek?
The structure is 50 ft (15.2 m) long with a longest span of 18 ft (5.5 m) and a deck 50 ft wide.
Who owns M 57 over Bassett Creek?
It is owned by the Local Park, Forest, or Reservation Agency.