I 494
I 494 in 0.18 MI W Of JCT I35w, Hennepin County, Minnesota received a condition grade of F (0/100). Built in 2021, the bridge carries 177K vehicles daily on I 494 over Knox AVE (Brt). It is classified as structurally deficient.
Component Ratings
The riding surface — evaluated for cracking, spalling, and wear
Beams, girders, and trusses that support the deck
Piers, abutments, and foundations below the deck
Bridge Details
About This Bridge
I 494 is a 5-year-old bridge located 0.18 MI W Of JCT I35w in Hennepin County, Minnesota. The bridge carries I 494 over Knox AVE (Brt) with 12 traffic lanes, handling approximately 177K vehicles per day. Built in 2021, the structure spans 14.7 meters.
The bridge received a Condition Grade of F (0/100) based on Federal Highway Administration inspection data. Its deck is rated 0/9 (serious), superstructure 0/9 (serious), and substructure 0/9 (serious). The bridge is classified as structurally deficient, meaning at least one major component is rated 4 or below — this signals a need for repair or replacement but does not necessarily indicate an immediate safety hazard.
This bridge is owned and maintained by Federal - Army.
Location Map
Frequently Asked Questions
I 494 has a Condition Score of 0/100 (Grade F). Its deck is rated 0/9, superstructure 0/9, and substructure 0/9 on the NBI scale. The bridge is classified as structurally deficient.
I 494 was built in 2021, making it 5 years old. The average bridge age in the United States is 48 years.
I 494 carries approximately 177K vehicles per day (average daily traffic). The bridge has 12 traffic lanes. It is 14.7 meters long and located on I 494 in 0.18 MI W Of JCT I35w, Hennepin County, Minnesota.
Yes, I 494 is classified as structurally deficient because at least one of its primary components (deck, superstructure, or substructure) is rated 4 or below on the 0-9 NBI scale. This does not necessarily mean it is unsafe, but it requires significant repair or replacement.
I 494 is located 0.18 MI W Of JCT I35w in Hennepin County, Minnesota. The bridge carries I 494 over Knox AVE (Brt). Its coordinates are 44.861639, -93.302169. It is maintained by Federal - Army.
I 494 carries I 494 over Knox AVE (Brt). The bridge is 14.7 meters long and was built in 2021.
Condition Score is calculated from deck (33%), superstructure (33%), and substructure (34%) NBI ratings with an age penalty for bridges over 50 years.