US Bridges

Mn 95 over Wc Limited RR

Fair

Washington County, Minnesota · 1.5 MI S of JCT TH 97 · Structure no. 82005

Built
1986
39 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected August 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
145 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
3,357
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Mn 95 over Wc Limited RR is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Mn 95 over Wc Limited RR in Washington County, Minnesota. It was built in 1986, so it is 39 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 3,357 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,250 by 2042. The structure is 145 ft (44.2 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

CarriesMn 95
CrossesWc Limited RR
Location1.5 MI S of JCT TH 97
RouteState Highway 95
Coordinates45.23702, -92.7688
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionAugust 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating63.9 US tons
Inventory rating41 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length145 ft (44.2 m)
Longest span47 ft (14.3 m)
Deck width46 ft (14.1 m)
Roadway width43 ft (13 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,357 (2022)
Projected traffic4,250 by 2042
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Mn 95 over Wc Limited RR built?

It was built in 1986, making it 39 years old in 2025.

What condition is Mn 95 over Wc Limited 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 August 2023.

How much traffic does Mn 95 over Wc Limited RR carry?

About 3,357 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is Mn 95 over Wc Limited RR?

The structure is 145 ft (44.2 m) long with a longest span of 47 ft (14.3 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.

Who owns Mn 95 over Wc Limited RR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.