US Bridges

Msas 156 over Ayd Mill Ramps

Fair

Ramsey County, Minnesota · At the JCT Ayd Mill RD · Structure no. 62517

Built
1970
55 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected August 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
233 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
3,150
2012 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Msas 156 over Ayd Mill Ramps is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Msas 156 over Ayd Mill Ramps in Ramsey County, Minnesota. It was built in 1970, so it is 55 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 3,150 vehicles a day, projected to reach 3,150 by 2039. The structure is 233 ft (71 m) long and 57 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesMsas 156
CrossesAyd Mill Ramps
LocationAt the JCT Ayd Mill RD
RouteCity Street 156
Coordinates44.93057, -93.144
Functional classUrban Collector

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.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionAugust 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating64.6 US tons
Inventory rating38.7 US tons

Structure

MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length233 ft (71 m)
Longest span91 ft (27.7 m)
Deck width57 ft (17.4 m)
Roadway width48 ft (14.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,150 (2012)
Projected traffic3,150 by 2039
Trucks—
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesHighway
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$408 million
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Msas 156 over Ayd Mill Ramps built?

It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025.

What condition is Msas 156 over Ayd Mill Ramps 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 August 2024.

How much traffic does Msas 156 over Ayd Mill Ramps carry?

About 3,150 vehicles per day (2012 count).

How long is Msas 156 over Ayd Mill Ramps?

The structure is 233 ft (71 m) long with a longest span of 91 ft (27.7 m) and a deck 57 ft wide.

Who owns Msas 156 over Ayd Mill Ramps?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.