Csah 6 over ST Francis River
PoorBenton County, Minnesota · 0.1 MI N of JCT CR 87 · Structure no. 05509
- Built
- 1967
- 58 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Channel Beam
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 93 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 560
- 2020 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Csah 6 over ST Francis River is a prestressed concrete channel beam carrying Csah 6 over ST Francis River in Benton County, Minnesota. It was built in 1967, so it is 58 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.
It carries about 560 vehicles a day, projected to reach 510 by 2040. The structure is 93 ft (28.4 m) long and 32 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).
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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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Csah 6 over ST Francis River built?
It was built in 1967, making it 58 years old in 2025.
What condition is Csah 6 over ST Francis 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 6 over ST Francis River carry?
About 560 vehicles per day (2020 count).
How long is Csah 6 over ST Francis River?
The structure is 93 ft (28.4 m) long with a longest span of 31 ft (9.5 m) and a deck 32 ft wide.
Who owns Csah 6 over ST Francis River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.