US Bridges

Csah 42 over Shell River

Good

Becker County, Minnesota · 0.6 MI E JCT CR 125 · Structure no. 03J30

Built
2007
18 years old
Condition
Good
inspected September 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
26 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
375
2016 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Csah 42 over Shell River is a concrete culvert carrying Csah 42 over Shell River in Becker County, Minnesota. It was built in 2007, so it is 18 years old, younger than the Minnesota average of 38.5 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 375 vehicles a day, projected to reach 375 by 2039. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesCsah 42
CrossesShell River
Location0.6 MI E JCT CR 125
RouteCounty Highway 42
Coordinates46.86273, -95.19204
Functional classRural Minor Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionSeptember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating75.6 US tons
Inventory rating45 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length26 ft (7.9 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic375 (2016)
Projected traffic375 by 2039
Trucks—
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 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—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Csah 42 over Shell River built?

It was built in 2007, making it 18 years old in 2025.

What condition is Csah 42 over Shell River in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in September 2023.

How much traffic does Csah 42 over Shell River carry?

About 375 vehicles per day (2016 count).

How long is Csah 42 over Shell River?

The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).

Who owns Csah 42 over Shell River?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.