US Bridges

Msas 128 over UP Rr; E 7th ST

Good

Ramsey County, Minnesota · At the JCT 7th St; Earl · Structure no. 62545

Built
2003
22 years old
Condition
Good
inspected September 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
654 ft
8 main spans
Daily traffic
3,326
2021 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Msas 128 over UP Rr; E 7th ST is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Msas 128 over UP Rr; E 7th ST in Ramsey County, Minnesota. It was built in 2003, so it is 22 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 3,326 vehicles a day, projected to reach 3,900 by 2041. The structure is 654 ft (199.3 m) long and 55 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesMsas 128
CrossesUP Rr; E 7th ST
LocationAt the JCT 7th St; Earl
RouteCity Street 128
Coordinates44.96697, -93.05582
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
Deck8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionSeptember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating80.6 US tons
Inventory rating37.3 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans8
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length654 ft (199.3 m)
Longest span92 ft (28 m)
Deck width55 ft (16.7 m)
Roadway width36 ft (11 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,326 (2021)
Projected traffic3,900 by 2041
Trucks—
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesHighway and railroad
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 128 over UP Rr; E 7th ST built?

It was built in 2003, making it 22 years old in 2025.

What condition is Msas 128 over UP Rr; E 7th ST 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 September 2023.

How much traffic does Msas 128 over UP Rr; E 7th ST carry?

About 3,326 vehicles per day (2021 count).

How long is Msas 128 over UP Rr; E 7th ST?

The structure is 654 ft (199.3 m) long with a longest span of 92 ft (28 m) and a deck 55 ft wide.

Who owns Msas 128 over UP Rr; E 7th ST?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.