US 10 over BNSF RR
FairSherburne County, Minnesota · 3.3 MI SE of Big Lake · Structure no. 5444
- Built
- 1936
- 89 years old, rebuilt 1984
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected September 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 168 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 18,784
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 10 over BNSF RR is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 10 over BNSF RR in Sherburne County, Minnesota. It was built in 1936 and reconstructed in 1984, so it is 89 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 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 18,784 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 18,400 by 2042. The structure is 168 ft (51.1 m) long and 83 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 26.1 mi (42 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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| 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 US 10 over BNSF RR built?
It was built in 1936, making it 89 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1984.
What condition is US 10 over BNSF RR 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 2023.
How much traffic does US 10 over BNSF RR carry?
About 18,784 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is US 10 over BNSF RR?
The structure is 168 ft (51.1 m) long with a longest span of 46 ft (13.9 m) and a deck 83 ft wide.
Who owns US 10 over BNSF RR?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.