Csah 29 over Willow River
PoorPosted for loadAitkin County, Minnesota · 1.3 MI N of JCT Csah 7 · Structure no. 01513
- Built
- 1979
- 46 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Wood or Timber
- Length
- 96 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 137
- 2022 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Csah 29 over Willow River is a wood or timber slab carrying Csah 29 over Willow River in Aitkin County, Minnesota. It was built in 1979, so it is 46 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: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 137 vehicles a day, projected to reach 55 by 2042. The structure is 96 ft (29.3 m) long and 34 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 19.3 mi (31 km).
Location
Open in Google MapsCondition and inspection
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.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Csah 29 over Willow River built?
It was built in 1979, making it 46 years old in 2025.
What condition is Csah 29 over Willow River 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 2024.
How much traffic does Csah 29 over Willow River carry?
About 137 vehicles per day (2022 count).
How long is Csah 29 over Willow River?
The structure is 96 ft (29.3 m) long with a longest span of 32 ft (9.8 m) and a deck 34 ft wide.
Who owns Csah 29 over Willow River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.