M 1596 over Ravine
PoorPosted for loadRamsey County, Minnesota · East of Wabasha ST · Structure no. 92090
- Built
- 1931
- 94 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 555 ft
- 20 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 254
- 2014 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
M 1596 over Ravine is a concrete continuous tee beam carrying M 1596 over Ravine in Ramsey County, Minnesota. It was built in 1931, so it is 94 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 254 vehicles a day, projected to reach 254 by 2034. The structure is 555 ft (169.2 m) long and 38 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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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.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was M 1596 over Ravine built?
It was built in 1931, making it 94 years old in 2025.
What condition is M 1596 over Ravine 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 May 2024.
How much traffic does M 1596 over Ravine carry?
About 254 vehicles per day (2014 count).
How long is M 1596 over Ravine?
The structure is 555 ft (169.2 m) long with a longest span of 26 ft (7.9 m) and a deck 38 ft wide.
Who owns M 1596 over Ravine?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.