US Bridges

Msas 179 over UP RR

Fair

Ramsey County, Minnesota · 0.1 MI N of Mhaha Ave · Structure no. 62544

Built
1985
40 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected September 2024
Type
Tee Beam
Prestressed Concrete
Length
166 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
7,613
2022 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Msas 179 over UP RR is a prestressed concrete tee beam carrying Msas 179 over UP RR in Ramsey County, Minnesota. It was built in 1985, so it is 40 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 5 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 7,613 vehicles a day, projected to reach 9,500 by 2042. The structure is 166 ft (50.7 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 179
CrossesUP RR
Location0.1 MI N of Mhaha Ave
RouteCity Street 179
CountyRamsey County
StateMinnesota
Coordinates44.96526, -93.07358
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.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionSeptember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 12 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating51.5 US tons
Inventory rating18.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeTee Beam
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length166 ft (50.7 m)
Longest span53 ft (16.2 m)
Deck width60 ft (18.4 m)
Roadway width46 ft (14 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic7,613 (2022)
Projected traffic9,500 by 2042
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 179 over UP RR built?

It was built in 1985, making it 40 years old in 2025.

What condition is Msas 179 over UP RR 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 September 2024.

How much traffic does Msas 179 over UP RR carry?

About 7,613 vehicles per day (2022 count).

How long is Msas 179 over UP RR?

The structure is 166 ft (50.7 m) long with a longest span of 53 ft (16.2 m) and a deck 60 ft wide.

Who owns Msas 179 over UP RR?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.