US Bridges

Msas 153 over BNSF Rr; US 12; Sts

Fair

Kandiyohi County, Minnesota · At the JCT TH 12 · Structure no. 34524

Built
1992
33 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected November 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
810 ft
6 main spans
Daily traffic
13,600
2018 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Msas 153 over BNSF Rr; US 12; Sts is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Msas 153 over BNSF Rr; US 12; Sts in Kandiyohi County, Minnesota. It was built in 1992, so it is 33 years old, younger 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 13,600 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 12,800 by 2038. The structure is 810 ft (246.9 m) long and 65 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesMsas 153
CrossesBNSF Rr; US 12; Sts
LocationAt the JCT TH 12
RouteCity Street 153
CountyKandiyohi County
StateMinnesota
Coordinates45.12388, -95.04434
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionNovember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating77.4 US tons
Inventory rating45 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans6 (+1 approach)
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length810 ft (246.9 m)
Longest span147 ft (44.8 m)
Deck width65 ft (19.8 m)
Roadway width54 ft (16.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic13,600 (2018)
Projected traffic12,800 by 2038
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesHighway and railroad
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Msas 153 over BNSF Rr; US 12; Sts built?

It was built in 1992, making it 33 years old in 2025.

What condition is Msas 153 over BNSF Rr; US 12; Sts 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 November 2024.

How much traffic does Msas 153 over BNSF Rr; US 12; Sts carry?

About 13,600 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is Msas 153 over BNSF Rr; US 12; Sts?

The structure is 810 ft (246.9 m) long with a longest span of 147 ft (44.8 m) and a deck 65 ft wide.

Who owns Msas 153 over BNSF Rr; US 12; Sts?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.