US Bridges

Msas 162 over ST Augusta Creek

PoorClosed to traffic

Stearns County, Minnesota · 1.5 MI E of JCT TH152 · Structure no. L8384

Built
1925
100 years old
Condition
Poor
inspected October 2008
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
30 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
1
2009 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Msas 162 over ST Augusta Creek is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Msas 162 over ST Augusta Creek in Stearns County, Minnesota. It was built in 1925, so it is 100 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: closed to all traffic.

It carries about 1 vehicles a day, projected to reach 1 by 2029. The structure is 30 ft (9.2 m) long and 16 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

Location

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CarriesMsas 162
CrossesST Augusta Creek
Location1.5 MI E of JCT TH152
RouteCity Street 162
CountyStearns County
StateMinnesota
Coordinates45.48131, -94.13007
Functional classUrban Local

Condition and inspection

Poor

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.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionOctober 2008
Inspection intervalevery 12 months
Operating statusClosed to all traffic
ScourScour evaluation has not been made
Structural evaluation0: Immediate repair necessary to put back in service
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating14.8 US tons
Inventory rating10.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckWood or timber
Main spans1
Design loadUnknown
Structure length30 ft (9.2 m)
Longest span28 ft (8.6 m)
Deck width16 ft (5 m)
Roadway width15 ft (4.7 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1 (2009)
Projected traffic1 by 2029
Trucks—
Lanes on structure1
Traffic directionOne-lane bridge for two-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$51 million
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Msas 162 over ST Augusta Creek built?

It was built in 1925, making it 100 years old in 2025.

What condition is Msas 162 over ST Augusta Creek 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 October 2008.

How much traffic does Msas 162 over ST Augusta Creek carry?

About 1 vehicles per day (2009 count).

How long is Msas 162 over ST Augusta Creek?

The structure is 30 ft (9.2 m) long with a longest span of 28 ft (8.6 m) and a deck 16 ft wide.

Who owns Msas 162 over ST Augusta Creek?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.