Csah 15 over Le Sueur River
GoodBlue Earth County, Minnesota · 1.0 MI W of JCT Csah 49 · Structure no. 07513
- Built
- 1972
- 53 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 150 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 797
- 2022 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Csah 15 over Le Sueur River is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Csah 15 over Le Sueur River in Blue Earth County, Minnesota. It was built in 1972, so it is 53 years old, older 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 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 797 vehicles a day, projected to reach 900 by 2042. The structure is 150 ft (45.6 m) long and 44 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Csah 15 over Le Sueur River built?
It was built in 1972, making it 53 years old in 2025.
What condition is Csah 15 over Le Sueur 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 October 2024.
How much traffic does Csah 15 over Le Sueur River carry?
About 797 vehicles per day (2022 count).
How long is Csah 15 over Le Sueur River?
The structure is 150 ft (45.6 m) long with a longest span of 57 ft (17.4 m) and a deck 44 ft wide.
Who owns Csah 15 over Le Sueur River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.