US Bridges

Msas 194 over Ped Trail

Fair

Ramsey County, Minnesota · 0.4 MI NE of JCT TH 35E · Structure no. 62513

Built
1965
60 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected May 2024
Type
Culvert
Steel
Length
22 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
18,000
2017 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Msas 194 over Ped Trail is a steel culvert carrying Msas 194 over Ped Trail in Ramsey 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 18,000 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 18,000 by 2037. The structure is 22 ft (6.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesMsas 194
CrossesPed Trail
Location0.4 MI NE of JCT TH 35E
RouteCity Street 194
Coordinates44.91479, -93.13573
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
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionMay 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating46.4 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialSteel
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadUnknown
Structure length22 ft (6.8 m)
Longest span22 ft (6.8 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic18,000 (2017)
Projected traffic18,000 by 2037
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesPedestrian / bicycle
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 194 over Ped Trail built?

It was built in 1965, making it 60 years old in 2025.

What condition is Msas 194 over Ped Trail 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 May 2024.

How much traffic does Msas 194 over Ped Trail carry?

About 18,000 vehicles per day (2017 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is Msas 194 over Ped Trail?

The structure is 22 ft (6.8 m) long with a longest span of 22 ft (6.8 m).

Who owns Msas 194 over Ped Trail?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.