Csah 38 over Watonwan River
FairBlue Earth County, Minnesota · 0.2 MI E of JCT TH 169 · Structure no. 07024
- Built
- 1983
- 42 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 262 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 276
- 2021 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Csah 38 over Watonwan River is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Csah 38 over Watonwan River in Blue Earth County, Minnesota. It was built in 1983, so it is 42 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 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 276 vehicles a day, projected to reach 300 by 2041. The structure is 262 ft (79.9 m) long and 57 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.7 mi (14 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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Csah 38 over Watonwan River built?
It was built in 1983, making it 42 years old in 2025.
What condition is Csah 38 over Watonwan 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 October 2023.
How much traffic does Csah 38 over Watonwan River carry?
About 276 vehicles per day (2021 count).
How long is Csah 38 over Watonwan River?
The structure is 262 ft (79.9 m) long with a longest span of 97 ft (29.6 m) and a deck 57 ft wide.
Who owns Csah 38 over Watonwan River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.