US Bridges

Msas 108 over Rcrra; Strohs

PoorPosted for load

Ramsey County, Minnesota · 0.1 MI E of JCT Payne Av · Structure no. 62533

Built
1978
47 years old
Condition
Poor
inspected May 2024
Type
Slab
Prestressed Concrete
Length
148 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
6,600
2018 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Msas 108 over Rcrra; Strohs is a prestressed concrete slab carrying Msas 108 over Rcrra; Strohs in Ramsey County, Minnesota. It was built in 1978, so it is 47 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 6,600 vehicles a day, projected to reach 6,800 by 2038. The structure is 148 ft (45.1 m) long and 60 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesMsas 108
CrossesRcrra; Strohs
Location0.1 MI E of JCT Payne Av
RouteCity Street 108
CountyRamsey County
StateMinnesota
Coordinates44.96301, -93.07235
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

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
Deck4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Superstructure4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
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 geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating33.1 US tons
Inventory rating20.3 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length148 ft (45.1 m)
Longest span56 ft (17 m)
Deck width60 ft (18.3 m)
Roadway width44 ft (13.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic6,600 (2018)
Projected traffic6,800 by 2038
Trucks—
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesPedestrian / bicycle
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 108 over Rcrra; Strohs built?

It was built in 1978, making it 47 years old in 2025.

What condition is Msas 108 over Rcrra; Strohs 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 108 over Rcrra; Strohs carry?

About 6,600 vehicles per day (2018 count).

How long is Msas 108 over Rcrra; Strohs?

The structure is 148 ft (45.1 m) long with a longest span of 56 ft (17 m) and a deck 60 ft wide.

Who owns Msas 108 over Rcrra; Strohs?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.