US Bridges

Msas 113 over Watab River

Good

Stearns County, Minnesota · 0.8 MI N of JCT CR 133 · Structure no. 73J20

Built
2004
21 years old
Condition
Good
inspected January 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
43 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
4,400
2017 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Msas 113 over Watab River is a concrete culvert carrying Msas 113 over Watab River in Stearns County, Minnesota. It was built in 2004, so it is 21 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 4,400 vehicles a day, projected to reach 4,400 by 2039. The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

CarriesMsas 113
CrossesWatab River
Location0.8 MI N of JCT CR 133
RouteCity Street 113
Coordinates45.62005, -94.24292
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
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJanuary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating75.6 US tons
Inventory rating45 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length43 ft (13.1 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,400 (2017)
Projected traffic4,400 by 2039
Trucks—
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost$1,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Msas 113 over Watab River built?

It was built in 2004, making it 21 years old in 2025.

What condition is Msas 113 over Watab River 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 January 2024.

How much traffic does Msas 113 over Watab River carry?

About 4,400 vehicles per day (2017 count).

How long is Msas 113 over Watab River?

The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).

Who owns Msas 113 over Watab River?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.