US Bridges

Csah 56 over I 94; EB Off Ramp

Fair

Ramsey County, Minnesota · 0.7 MI W of W JCT TH 35E · Structure no. 62878

Built
1991
34 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected June 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
346 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
15,600
2017 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Csah 56 over I 94; EB Off Ramp is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Csah 56 over I 94; EB Off Ramp in Ramsey County, Minnesota. It was built in 1991, so it is 34 years old, younger 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 15,600 vehicles a day, projected to reach 15,600 by 2039. The structure is 346 ft (105.5 m) long and 97 ft wide.

Location

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CarriesCsah 56
CrossesI 94; EB Off Ramp
Location0.7 MI W of W JCT TH 35E
RouteCounty Highway 56
CountyRamsey County
StateMinnesota
Coordinates44.95083, -93.10996
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

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.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionJune 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating77.4 US tons
Inventory rating46.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length346 ft (105.5 m)
Longest span185 ft (56.4 m)
Deck width97 ft (29.6 m)
Roadway width82 ft (25 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic15,600 (2017)
Projected traffic15,600 by 2039
Trucks—
Lanes on structure6
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed—
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 Csah 56 over I 94; EB Off Ramp built?

It was built in 1991, making it 34 years old in 2025.

What condition is Csah 56 over I 94; EB Off Ramp 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 June 2024.

How much traffic does Csah 56 over I 94; EB Off Ramp carry?

About 15,600 vehicles per day (2017 count).

How long is Csah 56 over I 94; EB Off Ramp?

The structure is 346 ft (105.5 m) long with a longest span of 185 ft (56.4 m) and a deck 97 ft wide.

Who owns Csah 56 over I 94; EB Off Ramp?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.