Msas 116 over Otter Tail River
PoorOtter Tail County, Minnesota · 0.3 MI N of JCT Vernon · Structure no. 56512
- Built
- 1908
- 117 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Arch - Deck
- Concrete
- Length
- 113 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 1,350
- 2019 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
Msas 116 over Otter Tail River is a concrete arch - deck carrying Msas 116 over Otter Tail River in Otter Tail County, Minnesota. It was built in 1908, so it is 117 years old, older than the Minnesota average of 38.5 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
It carries about 1,350 vehicles a day, projected to reach 1,550 by 2039. The structure is 113 ft (34.3 m) long and 75 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Superstructure | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Msas 116 over Otter Tail River built?
It was built in 1908, making it 117 years old in 2025.
What condition is Msas 116 over Otter Tail River in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in October 2024.
How much traffic does Msas 116 over Otter Tail River carry?
About 1,350 vehicles per day (2019 count).
How long is Msas 116 over Otter Tail River?
The structure is 113 ft (34.3 m) long with a longest span of 90 ft (27.4 m) and a deck 75 ft wide.
Who owns Msas 116 over Otter Tail River?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.