Mn 194 over Unstable Material
FairSt. Louis County, Minnesota · 0.3 MI N of Garfield Ave · Structure no. 69887B
- Built
- 1970
- 55 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 105 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 21,783
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Mn 194 over Unstable Material is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Mn 194 over Unstable Material in St. Louis County, Minnesota. It was built in 1970, so it is 55 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 21,783 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,000 by 2041. The structure is 105 ft (31.9 m) long and 34 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
Location
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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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Mn 194 over Unstable Material built?
It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025.
What condition is Mn 194 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 September 2024.
How much traffic does Mn 194 over Unstable Material carry?
About 21,783 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.
How long is Mn 194 over Unstable Material?
The structure is 105 ft (31.9 m) long with a longest span of 56 ft (17.2 m) and a deck 34 ft wide.
Who owns Mn 194 over Unstable Material?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.