US Bridges

Msas 135 over Phalen Blvd; UP RR

PoorPosted for load

Ramsey County, Minnesota · 0.1 MI N of E 7th ST · Structure no. 5962

Built
1942
83 years old
Condition
Poor
inspected May 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
294 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
4,150
2014 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Msas 135 over Phalen Blvd; UP RR is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Msas 135 over Phalen Blvd; UP RR in Ramsey County, Minnesota. It was built in 1942, so it is 83 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 4,150 vehicles a day, projected to reach 4,150 by 2039. The structure is 294 ft (89.5 m) long and 47 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesMsas 135
CrossesPhalen Blvd; UP RR
Location0.1 MI N of E 7th ST
RouteCity Street 135
CountyRamsey County
StateMinnesota
Coordinates44.96603, -93.06091
Functional classUrban Collector

Condition and inspection

Poor

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.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionMay 2024
Inspection intervalevery 12 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Operating rating28.2 US tons
Inventory rating21.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4 (+1 approach)
Design loadHS 20
Structure length294 ft (89.5 m)
Longest span71 ft (21.6 m)
Deck width47 ft (14.3 m)
Roadway width32 ft (9.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,150 (2014)
Projected traffic4,150 by 2039
Trucks—
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesHighway and railroad
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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 135 over Phalen Blvd; UP RR built?

It was built in 1942, making it 83 years old in 2025.

What condition is Msas 135 over Phalen Blvd; UP RR 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 May 2024.

How much traffic does Msas 135 over Phalen Blvd; UP RR carry?

About 4,150 vehicles per day (2014 count).

How long is Msas 135 over Phalen Blvd; UP RR?

The structure is 294 ft (89.5 m) long with a longest span of 71 ft (21.6 m) and a deck 47 ft wide.

Who owns Msas 135 over Phalen Blvd; UP RR?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.