US Bridges

Msas 180 over I 94; EB on Ramp

Poor

Ramsey County, Minnesota · 0.1 MI E of JCT TH 280 · Structure no. 62813

Built
1965
60 years old
Condition
Poor
inspected June 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
432 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
3,986
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Msas 180 over I 94; EB on Ramp is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Msas 180 over I 94; EB on Ramp in Ramsey County, Minnesota. It was built in 1965, so it is 60 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.

It carries about 3,986 vehicles a day, projected to reach 4,250 by 2042. The structure is 432 ft (131.8 m) long and 53 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesMsas 180
CrossesI 94; EB on Ramp
Location0.1 MI E of JCT TH 280
RouteCity Street 180
CountyRamsey County
StateMinnesota
Coordinates44.95942, -93.20011
Functional classUrban Collector

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
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionJune 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 geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating51 US tons
Inventory rating30.6 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length432 ft (131.8 m)
Longest span146 ft (44.6 m)
Deck width53 ft (16.1 m)
Roadway width44 ft (13.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,986 (2022)
Projected traffic4,250 by 2042
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

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState 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 180 over I 94; EB on Ramp built?

It was built in 1965, making it 60 years old in 2025.

What condition is Msas 180 over I 94; EB on Ramp 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 June 2024.

How much traffic does Msas 180 over I 94; EB on Ramp carry?

About 3,986 vehicles per day (2022 count).

How long is Msas 180 over I 94; EB on Ramp?

The structure is 432 ft (131.8 m) long with a longest span of 146 ft (44.6 m) and a deck 53 ft wide.

Who owns Msas 180 over I 94; EB on Ramp?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.