Con 5785 over Unstable Material
FairSt. Louis County, Minnesota · 0.1 MI SW of JCT 5th Ave · Structure no. 69818B
- Built
- 1985
- 40 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 333 ft
- 6 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,890
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Con 5785 over Unstable Material is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Con 5785 over Unstable Material in St. Louis County, Minnesota. It was built in 1985, so it is 40 years old, older 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 6 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 1,890 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,000 by 2041. The structure is 333 ft (101.4 m) long and 24 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 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Con 5785 over Unstable Material built?
It was built in 1985, making it 40 years old in 2025.
What condition is Con 5785 over Unstable Material 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 October 2024.
How much traffic does Con 5785 over Unstable Material carry?
About 1,890 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.
How long is Con 5785 over Unstable Material?
The structure is 333 ft (101.4 m) long with a longest span of 55 ft (16.8 m) and a deck 24 ft wide.
Who owns Con 5785 over Unstable Material?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.