US Bridges

Msas 214 over BNSF RR

Good

Ramsey County, Minnesota · At the JCT Como Ave · Structure no. 62542

Built
1992
33 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
183 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
5,100
2019 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Msas 214 over BNSF RR is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Msas 214 over BNSF RR in Ramsey County, Minnesota. It was built in 1992, so it is 33 years old, younger than the Minnesota average of 38.5 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 5,100 vehicles a day, projected to reach 5,200 by 2039. The structure is 183 ft (55.8 m) long and 61 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesMsas 214
CrossesBNSF RR
LocationAt the JCT Como Ave
RouteCity Street 214
Coordinates44.96509, -93.11613
Functional classUrban Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionJune 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating49.9 US tons
Inventory rating29.9 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length183 ft (55.8 m)
Longest span63 ft (19.3 m)
Deck width61 ft (18.5 m)
Roadway width44 ft (13.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,100 (2019)
Projected traffic5,200 by 2039
Trucks—
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesRailroad
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 214 over BNSF RR built?

It was built in 1992, making it 33 years old in 2025.

What condition is Msas 214 over BNSF RR in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in June 2024.

How much traffic does Msas 214 over BNSF RR carry?

About 5,100 vehicles per day (2019 count).

How long is Msas 214 over BNSF RR?

The structure is 183 ft (55.8 m) long with a longest span of 63 ft (19.3 m) and a deck 61 ft wide.

Who owns Msas 214 over BNSF RR?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.