US Bridges

Csah 83 over BNSF RR

Fair

Anoka County, Minnesota · 0.5 MI N of JCT TH 10 · Structure no. 02586

Built
2014
11 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected October 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
144 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
8,100
2018 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Csah 83 over BNSF RR is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Csah 83 over BNSF RR in Anoka County, Minnesota. It was built in 2014, so it is 11 years old, younger 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 8,100 vehicles a day, projected to reach 7,500 by 2038. The structure is 144 ft (43.8 m) long and 123 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

Location

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CarriesCsah 83
CrossesBNSF RR
Location0.5 MI N of JCT TH 10
RouteCounty Highway 83
CountyAnoka County
StateMinnesota
Coordinates45.23498, -93.47166
Functional classUrban 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
Deck8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Operating rating82.5 US tons
Inventory rating52.5 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHL 93
Structure length144 ft (43.8 m)
Longest span138 ft (42.1 m)
Deck width123 ft (37.4 m)
Roadway width123 ft (37.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic8,100 (2018)
Projected traffic7,500 by 2038
Trucks—
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed5 mi (8 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty 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 Csah 83 over BNSF RR built?

It was built in 2014, making it 11 years old in 2025.

What condition is Csah 83 over BNSF 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 October 2024.

How much traffic does Csah 83 over BNSF RR carry?

About 8,100 vehicles per day (2018 count).

How long is Csah 83 over BNSF RR?

The structure is 144 ft (43.8 m) long with a longest span of 138 ft (42.1 m) and a deck 123 ft wide.

Who owns Csah 83 over BNSF RR?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.