Demolition, site work, paving and new construction of a bridge / tunnel in Minnetrista, Minnesota. Working plans call for the demolition of a bridge / tunnel; for the construction of a bridge / tunnel; for site work for a bridge / tunnel; and for paving for a bridge / tunnel.

Replace Bridge #90627 along CR 26 over Painter Creek in the City of Minnetrista. The existing bridge (built in 1941) is classified as structurally deficient based on the condition of its primary structural elements. Weight restrictions were introduced in 2020 on this bridge, based on the results of a routine inspection, that prohibit certain types of commercial vehicles. The design of the structure consists of a buried cast-in-place concrete box culvert. The box culvert includes many areas with cracks and spalls in the concrete; exposing the structural rebar and compromising the remaining concrete. The wingwalls have detached from the main structure, and therefore, require routine monitoring. With continued deterioration, the bridge will become more susceptible to flooding and, as a result, will likely require extensive repairs and/or further weight restrictions. The proposed project will replace the existing bridge with a new structure that will be designed to achieve a 75-year service life. The new bridge will better accommodate roadway users by introducing a wider bridge deck for additional shoulder space. As of April 15, 2024, this project is included in the city’s 2024-2028 Capital Improvement Program (CIP). Project funded for construction in Q2 2024-Q4 2024. Completion in Q2 2025. Bid advertisement is due in Q2 2024. Design was completed in Q4 2023. *Project information has been obtained through a public capital improvement plan (CIP). A CIP is a financial schedule for short- and long-range projects which is updated regularly. Information listed in the CIP often evolves based on funding availability and the project details, including timeline and value, are subject to change. The content management team will continue to pursue additional details as they become available.