Csah 2 over Mississippi River
FairBenton County, Minnesota · 2.5 MI W of JCT TH 10 · Structure no. 05521
- Built
- 1977
- 48 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 574 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 5,300
- 2019 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Csah 2 over Mississippi River is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Csah 2 over Mississippi River in Benton County, Minnesota. It was built in 1977, so it is 48 years old, older 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 6 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 5,300 vehicles a day, projected to reach 5,000 by 2039. The structure is 574 ft (175 m) long and 48 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 16.8 mi (27 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| 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 2 over Mississippi River built?
It was built in 1977, making it 48 years old in 2025.
What condition is Csah 2 over Mississippi River 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 September 2024.
How much traffic does Csah 2 over Mississippi River carry?
About 5,300 vehicles per day (2019 count).
How long is Csah 2 over Mississippi River?
The structure is 574 ft (175 m) long with a longest span of 158 ft (48.2 m) and a deck 48 ft wide.
Who owns Csah 2 over Mississippi River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.