US Bridges

Msas 121 over I 35W; I 35W SB on Ramp

Good

Ramsey County, Minnesota · 0.2 MI S of JCT TH 694 · Structure no. 62890

Built
2015
10 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
284 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
6,400
2017 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Msas 121 over I 35W; I 35W SB on Ramp is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Msas 121 over I 35W; I 35W SB on Ramp in Ramsey County, Minnesota. It was built in 2015, so it is 10 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 6,400 vehicles a day, projected to reach 4,300 by 2037. The structure is 284 ft (86.7 m) long and 46 ft wide.

CarriesMsas 121
CrossesI 35W; I 35W SB on Ramp
Location0.2 MI S of JCT TH 694
RouteCity Street 121
Coordinates45.06469, -93.18635
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.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionApril 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating68.2 US tons
Inventory rating52.5 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadHL 93
Structure length284 ft (86.7 m)
Longest span140 ft (42.8 m)
Deck width46 ft (14 m)
Roadway width33 ft (10.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic6,400 (2017)
Projected traffic4,300 by 2037
Trucks—
Lanes on structure2
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 Msas 121 over I 35W; I 35W SB on Ramp built?

It was built in 2015, making it 10 years old in 2025.

What condition is Msas 121 over I 35W; I 35W SB on Ramp 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 April 2024.

How much traffic does Msas 121 over I 35W; I 35W SB on Ramp carry?

About 6,400 vehicles per day (2017 count).

How long is Msas 121 over I 35W; I 35W SB on Ramp?

The structure is 284 ft (86.7 m) long with a longest span of 140 ft (42.8 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.

Who owns Msas 121 over I 35W; I 35W SB on Ramp?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.